For heart health, a plant-based (vegan) diet is highly regarded due to its ability to improve cardiovascular health by lowering cholesterol, reducing blood pressure, and improving overall heart function. Here are a few key aspects of a vegan diet and their connection to heart health, supported by studies: Lower Cholesterol and LDL Levels Plant-based diets tend to lower levels of total cholesterol and LDL (“bad” cholesterol), which reduces the risk of heart disease. One study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association in 2019 found that plant-based diets were associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and…
