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Macro partitioning
Higher intake of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) is uniquely and negatively associated with LDL-C levels in a plant-based diet.
Include sources of PUFAs (nuts, seeds, flax) in your diet. They may help lower LDL-C levels, even if the effect is modest.
ModerateSupportsMEDIUM confidence
We found a unique negative correlation between PUFA intake and LDL-C, suggesting that PUFAs might significantly affect LDL-C levels.
Why this rating
Cross-sectional study, weak correlation.
Source
Associations of Dietary Intake with Cardiovascular Risk in Long-Term “Plant-Based Eaters”: A Secondary Analysis of a Cross-Sectional Study
Boštjan Jakše et al. · Nutrients · 2024
DOI 10.3390/nu16060796
cross_sectional · n=151Cited 5×
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