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According to a comprehensive evaluation of randomized trials published since 1982, both vegan and vegetarian diets are associated with decreased cholesterol and fat levels in the bloodstream. This research, which was published in the European Heart Journal, indicates that plant-based diets can si
Compared to meat eaters, people who followed a vegan or vegetarian diet had lower blood levels of certain fats in their blood that can block arteries and possibly lead to heart disease and stroke, new research shows.
Vegetarian and vegan diets are linked to lower levels of cholesterol and fats in your blood, according to an analysis of all the evidence from randomized trials published since 1982.
'If people start eating vegetarian or vegan diets from an early age, the potential for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease caused by blocked arteries is substantial,' says study author.
Adopting a plant-based diet could significantly decrease the risk of heart and blood vessel diseases, including stroke and heart attacks.