IIT-Trained Expert Links Plant-Based Diets to Increased Longevity and Quality of Life

A food technologist from IIT Kharagpur suggests that a plant-based diet is crucial for longevity and enhancing life quality. Emphasizing nutrition's role in long-term health, he highlights that whole plant foods like legumes, grains, nuts, and vegetables offer essential nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants. These foods, low in saturated fat and cholesterol, can support cardiovascular health, improve cholesterol levels, and reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, thereby contributing to a longer, healthier life.