

3408: This Diet Cuts Heart Attacks by Over 70% (Lyon Heart Study) (TT)
Jun 5, 2025
Discover how a simple dietary shift can lower heart attack risks by over 70% through insights from groundbreaking research. The Mediterranean diet, championed in the Lyon Heart Study, not only promotes heart health but also debunks common misconceptions about its components. Learn the importance of whole grains, fruits, and healthy fats for a balanced plate. Plus, get details about an upcoming summer detox program aimed at enhancing health while battling inflammation. Transform your eating habits for a healthier future!
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Mediterranean Diet Slashes Heart Attacks
- The Lyon Heart Study shows a Mediterranean diet cuts second heart attacks by around 70% in high-risk individuals.
- This far outperforms the typical American Heart Association diet in reducing cardiovascular events.
Randomized Trial Proves Diet Matters
- The Lyon Heart Study was a randomized controlled trial, proving diet impacts heart disease.
- They stopped the trial early since the Mediterranean diet showed clear superiority over the American Heart Association diet.
Plant Foods Key for Heart Health
- New animal-based and carnivore diets exclude heart-healthy legumes, whole grains, and fruit.
- The Lyon study confirms these plant-based foods are essential in reducing cardiovascular risk.