"New Global Diet Study Questions Limits on High-Fat Dairy Consumption"

A global study conducted in 80 countries challenges the advice to limit high-fat dairy foods, suggesting that diets emphasizing fruit, vegetables, dairy (mainly whole-fat), nuts, legumes, and fish are linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and premature death. The study found that the addition of unprocessed red meat or whole grains had little impact on outcomes. The researchers recommend increasing the consumption of protective foods such as nuts, fish, and dairy, including up to two servings a day of whole-fat dairy, which may protect against high blood pressure and metabolic syndrome. The study highlights the need for a re-evaluation of guidelines to avoid whole-fat dairy products and emphasizes the importance of incorporating protective foods into national nutrition guidelines and food-based healthcare interventions.