The Claim
A diet rich in plant-based foods, unsaturated fats, and legumes is associated with increased odds of healthy aging.
What the research says
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People who eat more plant-based foods, unsaturated fats, and legumes have a higher likelihood of aging healthily compared to those who do not.
See the scientific wording
A diet rich in plant-based foods, unsaturated fats, and legumes is associated with increased odds of healthy aging.
Eating more plants, nuts, beans, and healthy fats lowers chronic inflammation and helps the body use energy more efficiently, which keeps organs and tissues functioning well into old age.
What the research says
2 studiesStudy: Optimal dietary patterns for healthy aging
People who ate lots of fruits, veggies, beans, nuts, and healthy fats over many years were much more likely to stay healthy into their 70s without diseases like diabetes or heart problems. This study shows eating plant-based foods helps you age better.
Study: Estimating impact of food choices on life expectancy: A modeling study
Eating more fruits, veggies, beans, nuts, and whole grains — and less processed meat — can help people live longer and stay healthier as they age, according to this study.
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