Vegetarian diets may lead to lower blood pressure, improved cholesterol levels, healthier weight and less incidence of Type 2 Diabetes, all of which can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. A …

The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada is a source of information about stroke, heart disease, surgeries and treatments. It also provides heart-healthy recipes, nutrition and physical activity tips to …

Aug 13, 2024 · While vegetarians in the study had a higher stroke risk, they had fewer cases of heart disease compared to meat eaters. Understanding the factors contributing to stroke risk in …

We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies on CVD, IHD and stroke risk among vegetarians or vegans versus nonvegetarians to clarify these associations.

Oct 1, 2024 · Following a plant-based diet can be a great way to reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease. A 2019 study concluded that plant-based diets are associated with a lower risk of …

The new version of Canada’s Food Guide encourages us to eat more plant-based foods, but not to the exclusion of animal-based foods. The idea is to choose protein foods that come from plants more …

Sep 5, 2019 · Vegetarians and vegans may have a higher risk of haemorrhagic stroke – the type caused by bleeding in or around the brain. Vegan and vegetarian diets are linked to a lower risk of heart …

Sep 4, 2019 · Recent research finds people eating a vegetarian or vegan diet have a reduced risk of coronary heart disease, but an increased risk of a particularly dangerous kind of stroke.

We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies on CVD, IHD and stroke risk among vegetarians or vegans versus nonvegetarians to clarify these associations. …

Jun 1, 2021 · None of the studies reported a significantly increased or decreased risk of any cardiovascular outcome. One study suggested that vegans were at greater risk of ischemic stroke …