This Planet Friendly Diet Could Cut Your Risk of Early Death by 23%
Researchers in Denmark used data from more than 64,000 Swedish adults and estimated a 4% lower all-cause mortality risk over 24 years.
- Researchers at Aarhus University found that strictly following Nordic dietary guidelines is tied to significantly lower mortality rates among 76,000 Swedish adults, with reduced risks of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
- Introduced in 2023, the Nordic diet prioritizes locally sourced foods like root vegetables, fatty fish, and whole grains to benefit public health while reducing climate impact, as food production accounts for about 30% of greenhouse emissions.
- According to Associate Professor Christina Dahm, middle-aged Swedish adults following the guidelines showed 23% lower mortality. Often called the 'Mediterranean diet of the north,' it emphasizes familiar, locally grown ingredients supporting regional food production.
- Evidence suggests specific groups benefit more from the diet, including females and adults over 65 with hypertension or diabetes. Those exercising regularly and consuming less alcohol were less represented in the highest-benefit group.
- While promising, the study relies on hypothetical interventions rather than long-term clinical trials. Scientists caution that more work is necessary to understand the diet's impact on type 2 diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease.
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This planet friendly diet could cut your risk of early death by 23%
A major new study suggests that eating the Nordic way could help you live significantly longer—while also helping the planet. Researchers from Aarhus University found that people who closely followed the 2023 Nordic dietary guidelines had a 23% lower risk of death compared to those who didn’t.
Ever Heard of The Nordic Diet? Large Study Finds It Could Help You Live Longer
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If you've heard of the Mediterranean diet, you probably know that it's often associated with numerous health benefits.
Study with more than 64,000 adults estimated a 4% reduction in risk of death with a diet rich in fish, fruits and whole grains
Most of us have heard about the Mediterranean diet and its many health benefits, but there is another European diet that could also help you live longer. It is called the Nordic diet and is based on traditional foods from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. This has many common elements [...]
We already know a lot about the Mediterranean diet and its health benefits. But there is another European food style that could have similar effects: the Nordic diet. A new study suggests that its respect could prolong our lives. The Nordic diet is based on traditional foods from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. It is similar in ... The post Have you heard of the Nordic diet? A wide study shows that it could help us to live more app…
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