"Flexitarian Diet: A Heart-Healthy Approach, Study Shows"
A study published in BMC Nutrition compared the cardiovascular risk factors of flexitarians, vegans, and omnivores. The research found that omnivorous diets, high in meat intake, are associated with increased cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, while plant-based diets, such as those followed by flexitarians and vegans, appear to reduce the risk of CVD. The study revealed that flexitarians had lower body fat and better metabolic syndrome scores compared to omnivores, suggesting that a flexitarian diet may confer significant benefits in reducing CVD risk factors.