Plant-Based Meat Products and Health
An experiment suggests that going vegan and consuming plant-based meat products may not offer clear benefits for heart health. Experts urge the food industry to re-evaluate the development of meat alternatives.
Key Points
- Plant-based meat products offer no clear benefit for heart health
- Fake sausages, burgers, and mince may lead to worse blood pressure compared to meat consumption
- The 'health halo' surrounding plant-based meats is unjustifiable
- Food industry urged to re-evaluate the development of meat alternatives
Cons
- Plant-based meat products may not offer clear benefits for heart health
- Ultra-processed plant-based meat products may lead to worse blood pressure compared to traditional plant-based diets
- The processing involved in producing plant-based meat alternatives can result in high salt, saturated fat, and additives