How a Plant-Based Diet Can Supercharge Your Health

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"Whole-food eating focuses on minimally processed foods. That means enjoying a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds while minimizing or eliminating animal products and processed foods. Q: What's the main result of eating whole foods? A: It's all about nutrient density. Eating mostly plants floods your body with essential nutrients that promote health and well-being nutrients that are typically less concentrated or absent in animal products and packaged foods."

Whole-food eating centers on minimally processed foods, emphasizing fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds while minimizing or eliminating animal products and packaged foods. A whole-foods, plant-based approach increases nutrient density by supplying vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants that support physiological functions often underserved by animal and processed foods. Nutrient-rich plants can boost immune function, reduce inflammation, and translate into fewer colds and aches. Consistent consumption of colorful plant foods helps maintain overall health and bodily function. For individuals with personal or family histories of cardiovascular disease, plant-focused diets offer protective benefits, and studies indicate such diets reduce heart disease risk.

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