Vegetarians eat more unhealthy diets than non-veg eaters, new research reveals

A study conducted in the UK has revealed that vegetarians eat more ultra-processed food (UPF) than non-veg eaters.

Vegetarian food has always been considered healthy and environmentally friendly, but a new research has challenged this notion. A study conducted in the UK has revealed that vegetarian people eat more ultra-processed food than non-veg eaters.

The study, published in The Lancet, is titled 'Plant-based dietary patterns and ultra-processed food consumption'. In this, the diet of 2 lakh people was analyzed. Research found that vegetarian people eat about 1.3% more ultra-processed food than non-veg eaters. Vegans also consume 1.2% more processed food than red meat eaters.

Researchers say that vegetarian diets in the industrial world do not mean only fresh fruits and vegetables. People who give up meat often use processed options such as prepared meals, meat substitutes and convenience snacks instead. These foods are rich in calories, saturated fat, salt, sugar and additives.

Research has warned that excessive intake of ultra-processed food can cause many health problems. In previous studies, it has been found that high intake of these foods can increase the risk of heart disease, cancer and cardiometabolic problems. Researchers emphasized that while moving towards a plant-based diet, it is important that we consume at least processed food. The study says that along with adopting a sustainable diet, it is also very important to encourage minimally processed food. This research has forced people to think that vegetarian food is not just an option, but it is necessary to make it balanced and nutritious.

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