Eating mostly plants like vegetables, fruits, beans, and whole grains may help lower bad cholesterol, blood pressure, weight, and body inflammation in adults.

People who eat mostly plants like vegetables, fruits, beans, and nuts tend to have lower levels of the 'bad' cholesterol in their blood, probably because these foods are full of fiber, antioxidants, and good fats.

Eating mostly plants like vegetables, fruits, beans, and whole grains can help lower bad fats in your blood, which might keep your heart healthier and reduce your risk of heart disease.

People who eat mostly plants tend to have better blood sugar control after meals, lower bad cholesterol, less inflammation, and less fat in their liver compared to those who eat more animal products.

Eating lots of plants like fruits, veggies, whole grains, beans, nuts, and seeds may help keep your cholesterol healthy and lower your chances of heart problems.

Eating mostly plants like vegetables, fruits, and beans might help lower high blood pressure, especially if you're at risk for heart problems — and that could take some pressure off your heart and slow down the hardening of your arteries.