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An estimated 80 percent of chronic diseases are preventable with simple lifestyle changes like eating more whole foods, exercising, and not smoking or vaping. Studies show that whole food–centered lifestyles can prevent and reverse many chronic diseases. Scientists have studied the diets of groups of people who have very low rates of these conditions. They have found that the people who eat primarily whole foods (including mostly plants) have much lower rates of chronic illnesses. They often live longer and have a higher quality of life as a result. At the same time, numerous studies support the positive effects of eating whole foods and the negative effects of many of the ingredients found in processed foods.

Find out how whole foods prevent lost nutrition.

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Eating Whole Foods, Minimally Processed