It’s plant-based, but it could still cause health damage, study warns – National

It’s plant-based, but it could still cause health damage, study warns – National

A plant-based diet can offer numerous health benefits, but a new study suggests that the quality of these foods matters significantly. Consuming sugar and chips, although technically plant-based, may increase the risk of heart attacks and premature death. The study, published Monday in The Lancet Regional Health — Europe, found that plant-based ultra-processed foods — … Read more

Plant-based cheese is saltier than dairy, experts warn

Plant-based cheese is saltier than dairy, experts warn

Plant-based cheeses contain more salt than dairy versions, as well as high amounts of saturated fat, experts have warned. Campaign group Action on Salt analysed the nutritional content of more than 600 hard-pressed cheeses. Despite often being seen as a healthy alternative, plant-based types had the highest average amount of salt with 1.91g per 100g … Read more