Overview

• Researchers followed 2,400 Swedish seniors over 15 years to compare three healthy diets with a pro-inflammatory eating pattern.
• Healthy diets rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, legumes and unsaturated fats were linked to slower development of cardiovascular disease and dementia.
• A pro-inflammatory diet high in red and processed meat, refined grains and sugary beverages corresponded with faster onset of multiple chronic illnesses.
• Diet quality emerged as a key modifiable factor shaping multimorbidity risk among aging populations in Sweden.
• The research team plans to pinpoint the most impactful dietary recommendations and the demographic groups who will benefit most.