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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Stuti Mishra

Study finds unexpected benefit to plant-based diet

Swapping out meat and dairy can do more than just help animals and the planet, according to a new study that shows a vegan diet can transform your gut and metabolism.

The study, which analyzed data from over 21,000 participants in the UK, US and Italy, found that a plant-based diet can reshape the gut microbiome, fostering bacteria that improve health and reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart conditions.

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