Summary
This article is behind a paywall. It has been included in the database and summarized below solely based on the content of the abstract.
A review of 25 studies, published before July 1, 2021, explored the relationship between diet and trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) levels, a reliable indicator of cardiovascular disease risk in adults. Caloric restriction and weight loss, plant-based diets- particularly Mediterranean, vegetarian, and vegan diets- were found to improve TMAO levels. High protein diets, especially of animal origin, such as those rich in fish or red meat, had negative impacts on TMAO levels. The authors identify the need for long-term studies to determine the comparative effectiveness of vegetarian or vegan diets versus the Mediterranean diet in reducing TMAO levels.
Cannot be posted