Nevertheless, science is clear on the key principles, asrevealedby Associate Epidemiology Professor from Deakin UniversityHassan Vally.
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A plant-based diet is a diet consisting mostly or entirely of plant-based foods.
Plant-based foods are rich in nutrients, phytochemicals, antioxidants, and fiber.
All of this protects against damage to our cells as we age, which helps prevent disease.
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Although we dont fully understand the mechanisms, its likely due to both behavioral and biological factors.
So if you want to be healthier and live longer, build and maintain your connections to others.
Hassan Vally, Associate Professor, Epidemiology, Deakin University.
And if you arent too keen to talk to other people, get a dog.
According toThe Healthy, data suggest people with dogs tend to live longer.
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