Study identifies foods linked to longer life and higher mortality risk

A UK study involving over 177,000 individuals has identified six foods and ingredients associated with a lower risk of death and five linked to increased mortality risk. The research, which asked participants about their food preferences rather than recent meals, found that regular and diet soda, sweetened tea, whole milk, and corn flakes were associated with higher mortality risk.

In contrast, extra virgin olive oil, black pepper, asparagus, broccoli, as well as butternut squash, eggplant, whole grain bread, spinach, salad, onions, mushrooms, lentils, beans, and bell peppers were linked to lower mortality risk. The study highlights that these beneficial foods are staples of the Mediterranean diet, known for promoting weight management, brain health, and reducing the risk of metabolic diseases.

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