Is a Vegan Diet Less Inflammatory? Unpacking the Scientific Evidence
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According to a study involving individuals with heart disease, a vegan diet lowered C-reactive protein (CRP) levels by 32% compared to the American Heart Association-recommended diet. This and other research suggest a healthy vegan diet can be significantly less inflammatory, thanks to its high content of anti-inflammatory compounds and the elimination of pro-inflammatory animal products.