The Claim

Consumption of specific plant-based foods including oats, beans, and avocados is associated with improved endothelial function and improved cardiovascular outcomes.

Source: The Benefits of Plant-Based Diets in Lowering Cholesterol Levels and Promoting Heart Health

What the research says

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Correlation
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In plain English

Eating foods like oats, beans, and avocados might help your blood vessels work better and lower your risk of heart problems.

See the scientific wording

Specific plant-based foods such as oats, beans, and avocados are associated with improved endothelial function and cardiovascular outcomes.

What the research says

1 study
  1. Study: The Benefits of Plant-Based Diets in Lowering Cholesterol Levels and Promoting Heart Health

    The study says eating foods like oats, beans, and avocados helps your blood vessels work better and keeps your heart healthy — which is exactly what the claim says.

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