Health experts double down on minimal meat-eating call
Summary
International experts reaffirm that a healthy diet should minimize meat consumption and focus on predominantly plant-based foods, with updated recommendations aligning closely with 2019 guidelines.
Key Points
- Healthy diets should be predominantly plant-based with minimal meat intake, according to international experts.
- Beef, pork, and lamb consumption is recommended to be limited to 15 grams per day, slightly higher than the 14 grams advised in 2019.
- Daily intake recommendations include 200g vegetables, 300g fruits, 210g grains, 250g dairy, and 30g fish or seafood and white meats.
- The updated planetary health diet links strongly to improved health outcomes, reduced mortality, and decreased chronic diseases.
