Meat Doesn't Clog Your Arteries: THESE Foods Do (27 Year Study)
Feb 24, 2024
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Discussion on how junk food, not red meat, is the main risk factor for heart disease. Highlighting the dangers of ultra processed foods on inflammation and microbiome. Recommending real, unprocessed foods to reduce cardiovascular risks.
Ultra processed foods pose a higher risk for heart disease than red meat, emphasizing the importance of choosing real, whole foods over processed alternatives.
Chronic inflammation and disrupted microbiome from junk food consumption contribute to atherosclerosis, suggesting a need to reduce intake of sugar sweetened beverages and bakery products.
Deep dives
Ultra Processed Foods Linked to Increased Risk of Coronary Artery Disease
Consumption of ultra processed foods, including sugar sweetened beverages, bakery products, and high-fat oils, has been identified as a significant risk factor for the development of coronary artery disease. A 27-year follow-up study tracking 15,000 subjects revealed a clear association between higher consumption of ultra processed foods and the incidence of cardiovascular issues.
The Impact of Ultra Processed Foods on Cardiovascular Health
Ultra processed foods contribute to the formation of atherosclerosis and pose challenges to heart health by affecting the metabolic and cardio metabolic environment through mechanisms such as microbiome disruption and chronic inflammation. The study emphasizes the importance of reframing conversations around health to focus on reducing sugar and ultra processed food intake to prevent clogged arteries and cardiovascular diseases.
Recommendations for Healthy Eating Habits
The study highlights the need for individuals to limit the consumption of ultra processed foods, such as sugar sweetened beverages, bakery goods, and fried foods, to lower the risk of developing coronary artery disease. It stresses the benefits of opting for whole, real foods over highly processed alternatives, as these processed foods have been linked to increased incidents of chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, and coronary artery disease.
00:00 High consumption of ultra processed foods is the main risk factor in coronary artery disease. 01:20 You can have normal LDL and still have atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. 01:45 Junk foods negatively impact inflammation and your microbiome. 06:55 7 to 8 servings of junk food increases risk of developing coronary artery disease by 20%. 08:10 Consume real food. 09:00 Most plant-based foods are ultra processed. 09:45 Increased higher all-cause mortality is linked to junk food consumption. 10:40 Intestinal inflammation can be instigated by junk food and its packaging. 12:00 Food processing contaminants and food additives may elevate coronary disease risk. 13:20 Non-calorie sweeteners accelerate atherosclerosis.
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