It is said that eating a lot of vegetables can lead to longevity, good health and even freedom from any kind of disease. But a new study from Britain says different things. Researchers there say that vegetables may be good for your health, but the more you eat, the lower your risk of heart attack or stroke; Rather it cannot be said.
According to them, well-being depends on what we eat, how much we exercise and where and how we live. But at the same time, they say, a 'balanced diet' in the daily diet helps reduce the risk of many diseases, including some types of cancer.
Nutritionists recommend eating at least five fruits and vegetables a day for good health. Over the past 12 years, a team of researchers from Oxford University in the United Kingdom, Bistol and the University of Hong Kong in China have conducted research on the role of vegetables in preventing heart disease. 4 lakh British citizens took part in this study. Researchers have been monitoring participants' diets and health for 12 years. During this time, 17,000 people developed serious heart problems, including heart attacks and strokes. Study participants were asked to fill out a form stating how much they ate each day. It found that those who ate more raw vegetables had a 15 percent lower risk of heart attack than others. However, researchers believe that this risk reduction does not depend solely on eating raw vegetables. Their other habits such as whether they smoke or drink alcohol, their workplace, income and eating habits also play a role.
On the other hand, there was no difference between those who ate more cooked vegetables and those who did not eat vegetables in case of heart disease. Studies have shown that nutritious foods like cauliflower, carrots or peas do not play a protective role in preventing heart disease.
The average age of study participants was 56 years. They eat an average of 5 tablespoons of vegetables (cooked or raw) every day. Although vegetables are not effective in preventing heart disease, a member of the research team at Oxford University has emphasized on a balanced diet. Ben Lacey. "This study is important for understanding the dietary causes of Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)," he said.
He said that in addition to ensuring good health through balanced diet and weight control, it also protects against major diseases including cancer.
In addition, fresh vegetables, as well as low-calorie and fatty foods, and adequate amounts of vitamins and anti-oxidants are recommended by the British research team to avoid damage to health and body cells.
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