Are the benefits of vegetables really just a FAIRY TALE?

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Paul Saladino4m · 2020-01-27

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Partially SupportedA diet with greater than five portions of fruit and vegetables per day for 12 weeks showed no changes in any biomarkers compared to less than two portions.Partially SupportedVegetables may not be the 'superhero' foods that they are commonly perceived to be.Partially SupportedRemoving oxidized oils and junk food is a significant first step towards better health.Partially SupportedVegan diets can be effective by removing junk food but may not be nutrient adequate and can lead to deficiencies.Partially Supported

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A study on subjects at risk of cardiovascular diseases found no significant changes in clinical, immunological, or antioxidant markers with high vegetable consumption compared to low vegetable consumption.

Partially SupportedThe body's inherent antioxidant defense mechanisms are sufficient to protect circulating mononuclear blood cells from reactive oxygen species without fruit and vegetable intake when consuming a diet low in processed foods.

Partially SupportedRemoving junk food is the primary factor for benefits in diets that exclude junk food.

Partially SupportedA 10-week period without dietary fruits and vegetables decreased oxidative DNA, blood protein, and plasma lipid damage, and altered antioxidant defense.