Plant-based diets may be linked to lower cholesterol levels – study

Eating a vegetarian or vegan diet from an early age could potentially reduce the risk of heart disease caused by blocked arteries, researchers say. Picture: David Davie/PA

Vegetarian and vegan diets may be linked to lower levels of cholesterol and fats in your blood, a new study suggests.

Researchers say their findings, which analysed evidence from studies published since 1982, suggest plant-based diets can play a significant role in reducing blocked arteries.