"New Study Challenges Health Benefits of Plant-Based Meat"

A study suggests that switching to plant-based meat products may not offer clear health benefits, as participants who consumed fake sausages, burgers, and mince had worse blood pressure than meat-eaters. The study found that plant-based meat alternatives can be high in salt, saturated fat, and additives, and may not provide the same health advantages as a traditional plant-based diet consisting of whole foods. Researchers urge the food industry to re-evaluate the development of meat alternatives to improve their nutritional attributes. The study also revealed that interest in plant-based diets has increased, but sales of plant-based meat products have slowed down, with some companies struggling due to decreased demand.