What if the secret to living longer, staying sharp, and feeling strong as you age was right on your plate? A massive long-term study found that people who eat more plant-based foods (like fruits, veggies, whole grains, and healthy fats) and less ultra-processed junk are much more likely to reach 70+ years disease-free—all while maintaining better brainpower, physical strength, and mental health!
Even better? It doesn’t take a strict diet to see the benefits. Popular eating patterns like the Mediterranean Diet, DASH Diet, and Planetary Health Diet—which focus on nutrient-dense foods while still allowing for some healthy animal-based options—were all linked to better aging and a longer lifespan. On the flip side, too much processed food, sugar, and red meat were linked to faster aging and a higher risk of chronic disease.
And here’s the coolest part: The Planetary Health Diet doesn’t just help you—it also helps the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions! So, making small swaps like more whole foods, fewer processed snacks, and healthier fatscould be a win-win for both your future self and the planet.
Would you change up your diet now if it meant a healthier, longer life later?
