More plant over animal protein equals better heart health
Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

More plant over animal protein equals better heart health

More plant protein over animal protein equals better heart health

As heart disease remains the number one killer in the US, prevention is key. The power of plants should be on your plate.

A recent study out of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health finds that eating more plant-based protein over animal-based protein may cut the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and coronary heart disease (CHD). The study investigators found that the reduced risk is likely due to swapping red and processed meats with plant proteins such as beans, lentils, and tofu.

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