87 de studii, o singură concluzie. Cât ar trebui să mănânci ca să-ți protejezi inima

A new study suggests that consuming four to six servings of whole grains daily may significantly benefit heart health, more than current guidelines recommend. The analysis of 87 clinical studies involving over 6,500 participants indicates that higher whole grain intake is linked to reduced cardiovascular risk factors. Initial benefits were noted with 30-40 grams per day, while optimal effects were seen at 60-100 grams. Improvements in blood pressure and cholesterol levels were particularly notable. Current American guidelines suggest two to four servings, but the findings support approaching the upper limit of these recommendations. The study emphasizes the importance of replacing refined grains with whole grains for modest health improvements, especially for those with type 2 diabetes.