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PLoS One December 2015 PMID 24671216

Comparison of vegetarian diets and omnivorous diets on plasma level of HDL-c: a meta-analysis.

Zili Zhang, Jian Wang, Sifan Chen, Zhaoyu Wei, Zhengtu Li, Siwen Zhao, Wenju Lu

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The discussions revolve around how scientific understanding of nutrition evolves, such as the example about eggs previously thought to be harmful now being proven safe. The tone combines skepticism with openness to evidence, emphasizing the significance of reliable research and its potential to change dietary advice.

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Most discussions seem to agree that the research challenges common beliefs about diet and health, as evidenced by references to changing views on eggs and dietary misinformation.

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The posts show moderate interest, reflecting curiosity about diet debates and the science behind nutrition misconceptions.

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Discussions involve participants referencing past beliefs, scientific evidence, and the importance of credible studies, indicating a deeper level of engagement.

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The conversations suggest that this meta-analysis could influence perspectives on vegetarian vs. omnivorous diets, though they primarily critique past misconceptions rather than presenting new data.

Abstract in brief

  • The meta-analysis reviewed 12 studies with 4,177 participants to compare the effects of vegetarian and omnivorous diets on plasma HDL cholesterol (HDLc) levels, which are important for cardiovascular health.
  • The results showed that vegetarian diets do not significantly change HDLc levels compared to omnivorous diets across different regions like Asia, Latin America, Europe, and North America.
  • Overall, the study concludes that there is no clear evidence that diet type (vegetarian or omnivorous) affects plasma HDLc levels, regardless of cultural or regional differences.]
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@emts85 @martingarnett01 @tpavdeja That was one example. We aren’t talking about climate change. We are talking about nutrition? In the 70’s we where told eggs gave us bad cholesterol. That is now proven false, there is not a single credible study that shows a balanced diet is bad for you. https://t.co/o2AEbR8XAT

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Mohsen Mousavi
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@nazanin9m @atosa24 @Alirezajoker93 منابع: https://t.co/BCdZ5Vmmy2 https://t.co/zbTQc8PKXY https://t.co/6ls6TUfipD https://t.co/fUm0zRPAu3 https://t.co/UvpuyW68h7 https://t.co/kt4mDBkoC6 https://t.co/Hx44brLRFd

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Andrew Brown
@AJB199 · X

@emts85 @martingarnett01 @tpavdeja That was one example. We aren’t talking about climate change. We are talking about nutrition? In the 70’s we where told eggs gave us bad cholesterol. That is now proven false, there is not a single credible study that shows a balanced diet is bad for you. https://t.co/o2AEbR8XAT

Nov 25, 2019 · 1 like · 95 followers View post →
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