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Beef Industry Funded Study Accidentally Proves Plant Protein Is Equally Effective as Animal Meat for Muscle Growth

The beef industry probably didn’t expect their funded study to make a compelling case for plant-based proteins, but that’s exactly what happened. Published in the Journal of Nutrition, the research was anticipated to showcase the superiority of meat. Instead, it found that plant proteins—often dismissed as inferior—were just as effective as beef in supporting muscle …

Plant-Based Alternatives Offer Similar or Superior Health Benefits to Animal Products, Research Finds

A comprehensive study spanning 11 countries has definitively shown that plant-based meat and dairy alternatives are nutritionally on par with or better than traditional meat and dairy. Conducted by ProVeg International, the research involved a nutritional evaluation of plant-based products found in supermarkets across 11 countries: Belgium, Czechia, Germany, Italy, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Poland, South …

Study Finds, Older Adults On Plant-Based Diets Require 58% Fewer Medications Than Meat Eaters

Recent research highlights the significant benefits of a vegan diet for older adults, particularly in reducing medication use. A prominent study in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine found that seniors adhering to a plant-based diet require 58% fewer medications compared to their counterparts who consume meat. The research conducted at Loma Linda University involved …

Research Reveals A Plant-Based Diet Can Boost Sexual Health and Reduce Erectile Dysfunction Risk in Men

A comprehensive study conducted by the NYU Grossman School of Medicine and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health study suggests that men following a plant-based diet experience improved sexual health and fewer instances of erectile dysfunction. This research, involving over 3,500 men, particularly those undergoing prostate cancer treatment, highlights that diets rich in …

UTIs Are Spiking And Contaminated Meat Could Be The Cause

A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is a common health issue affecting up to 60% of women at least once in their lifetime. It is characterized by an infection in any part of the urinary system—kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. UTIs can cause symptoms such as a burning sensation during urination, frequent urges to urinate, and …

Study Reveals: Eating Just 2 Slices of Bacon or a Small Steak Daily Could Increase Type 2 Diabetes Risk by Up to 15%

An Analysis Reported in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology Involving Nearly Two Million Participants Indicates That Consuming Both Processed and Unprocessed Red Meat Correlates with an Elevated Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Across Various Populations. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which a person’s blood sugar becomes too high. This disease occurs because of Insulin …

New Study Reveals Vegan Diet Outperforms Mediterranean in Reducing Inflammation and Aids In Weight Loss

In the evolving landscape of nutritional science, the Mediterranean diet has long been revered for its correlation with longevity and reduced risk of chronic diseases. Rich in fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and olive oil, it represents a gold standard in balanced eating. However, increasing evidence suggests that a vegan diet—avoiding all animal-based foods—may offer …

Vegan vs Omnivore Diets: Plant-Based Diet Reduces Biological Age, Study Finds

A vegan diet can slow signs of aging at a molecular level in as little as eight weeks, according to new research from the Stanford Twin Study. Published in BMC Medicine, the study explores the impact of dietary patterns on biological aging by comparing identical twins who follow different diets—one vegan and the other omnivorous. …

Meat Giant Tyson Foods Released 87 Billion Gallons of Toxic Waste into U.S. Waters

Tyson Foods, the heavyweight champion of the U.S. meat industry, has been throwing its weight around in a less savory arena. According to a report by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), between 2018 and 2022, Tyson discharged 371 million pounds of pollutants, including nitrogen, phosphorus, chloride, oil, and cyanide, into rivers, lakes, and wetlands …

Study Finds Men Eat More Meat Than Women in Gender-Equal Countries

Who would have thought that the battle of the sexes extends to the dinner table in countries with high gender equality? Well, apparently, it does! A recent study published in Scientific Reports reveals a surprising trend: in nations where men and women are more equal, men tend to consume more meat than their female counterparts. …

USDA WIC Program Makes Plant-Based Dairy Accessible To 7 Million Women and Children

As the winds of change sweep across the nation’s nutrition programs, the USDA’s latest gust has brought plant-based yogurts and cheeses onto the WIC menu, delighting nearly seven million American women and children who participate in the program. This dairy drama isn’t just about offering lactose-free laughs; it’s a serious leap toward inclusive nutrition. For …

Research Over 30 Years Links Ultra-Processed Meat to Higher Early Death Risk

Ever wondered if that ready-to-eat meal might just eat away at your health? A riveting 30-year study published in The BMJ presents a hard-to-swallow reality about ultra-processed foods—especially those convenient bites of meat, poultry, seafood, sugary drinks, and dairy-based desserts. Spoiler alert: They might just be fast-tracking us to an early checkout. Researchers have peeled …