Plant protein lowers risk of premature death by up to 47 percent

Older women who eat more plant protein lower their risk of premature death from all causes, according to a study from the American Heart Association. The researchers found that substituting nuts for red meat, eggs, or dairy products was associated with a lower risk of death from all causes by up to 47 percent, depending on the type of protein that is replaced. In particular, plant-based proteins substantially lowered the odds of developing fatal cardiovascular disease and dementia. "Our findings support the need to consider dietary protein …