Researchers found that for every 10% increase in plant-based foods, the risk of death from heart disease fell by 20%.
When the source of plant-based food comes from UPFs, there's a 12% spike in heart disease-related deaths.
"While ultra-processed foods are often marketed as healthy foods, this large study suggests that plant-based ultra-processed foods do not seem to have protective health effects." - Co-author Eszter Vamos
"Those shifting towards plant-based foods should also think about the degree of processing involved before making their choices." - Lead author Fernanda Rauber
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