Feb 27, 2024, 11:38 AM IST

Health benefits of plant-based diet

Ritik Raj

Reduce Blood Pressure: Maintaining a plant-based diet has the potential to lower blood pressure.

Promotes Heart Health: Eating a lot of plant-based foods will help your heart because meat contains saturated fat, which, when consumed in excess, can lead to heart problems.

Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Eating a diet high in plant-based foods lowers the chance of getting type 2 diabetes.

Weight Loss Friendly: Eating a plant-based diet may facilitate the loss of excess weight.

Prevents Cancer: Eating a diet high in fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, and nuts can help ward off cancer.

Maintains Cholesterol Levels: Plant-based diets may reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol by 10 to 15 percent, and strict vegan diets may reduce LDL cholesterol by up to 25 percent. 

Lower Risk of Stroke: Eating a plant-based diet may help lower the risk of strokes.

Promote Brain Health: High polyphenol fruits and vegetables may aid in enhancing mental well-being

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