Highly processed, nutrient-depleted, calorie-dense diets lead to surges in blood glucose and lipids which can trigger inflammation, endothelial dysfunction and hyper-coagulability says a report from The American College of Cardiology. These abnormal changes in blood sugars and lipids are an independent predictor of undesirable cardiovascular events later in life.
However, favourable changes to the diet show an immediate improvement in abnormal metabolism says Urbod Nutritionist, Amanda Michie. A diet high in fibre and plant based foods and low in processed foods help to normalise blood sugar, triglyceride levels and lower inflammation.
