Tag: Diet and mortality

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), unhealthy diet and physical inactivity are leading global risks to health. In fact, an overwhelming majority of the top 10 leading causes of death are nutrition-related, as poor dietary habits are a primary risk factor for many of the most fatal chronic diseases.

According to a 2025 Harvard study, maintaining a diet rich in plant-based foods is linked to a higher likelihood of healthy aging, defined as reaching age 70 free of major chronic diseases. For years, public health experts and researchers have investigated the potential link between a vegetarian diet and increased lifespan.

According to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death associated with nutritional causation, with 30% of CVD deaths in 2021 attributed to poor diet. This highlights the profound impact that dietary choices have on our long-term health and risk of mortality from chronic conditions.

According to the World Health Organization, unhealthy diet and lack of physical activity are among the leading global risks to health. This article explores the top two leading causes of death linked to diet and highlights the significant impact of nutritional habits on long-term health outcomes. By understanding the connection between food and disease, individuals can take proactive steps toward prevention.

According to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, poor diet was associated with 10.6% of all deaths globally in 2021, with **cardiovascular disease** emerging as the leading cause of death related to diet. This article explores the critical link between dietary choices and heart health, providing a deeper understanding of the risks and preventative measures involved.