DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane NEW SCIENCE: VEGETARIAN & VEGAN DIETS ARE BETTER FOR YOU Source: stock If you wonder if you would be healthier going vegetarian or vegan, a comprehensive new global study of diets offers a resounding yes. Here are some key facts: This is a massive, global study of dietary data spanning 2000 to 2023 led by the University of Bologna Key findings: Plant-based diets rich in fruits, vegies, legumes and whole grain provide a protective shield in the body against cancers and heart disease Diets rich in processed meats and sugars are causing soaring increases in those illnesses Important results from vegetarian & vegan diets: Lower cholesterol and better lipid profile Lower inflammation and reduced body weight Significant reduction in blood pressure Reduced cancer risk Research will continue on the plant-based diet to find any nutritional deficiencies