Expert issues warning for everyone who eats plant-based burgers and sausages

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Research suggests that switching from meat and dairy to plant-based foods could significantly lower your risk of cardiovascular diseases, with foods like whole grains, beans, nuts, fruit and vegetables all included among the healthy swaps.

But it would be wrong to assume all vegan food is healthy, an expert has warned. Kyle Crowley, nutrition expert at Protein Works, explains: "It's a common misconception that anything labelled 'vegan' is inherently nutritious.

However, many processed vegan foods can be high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats. "The idea that vegan equals healthy comes from associating plant-based diets with whole foods like fruits, vegetables, and legumes.

But in reality, many vegan products are heavily processed, stripped of nutrients, and packed with artificial ingredients. For instance, many meat substitutes are engineered to taste good but fall short nutritionally. "Manufacturers often use the 'vegan' label as a health halo, but that doesn’t mean the product is nutrient-dense.