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Twins Discover Vegan Diet Cuts Cholesterol by 10%

2/23/2025

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In a groundbreaking study at Stanford, identical twins Rosalyn Moorhouse and Carolyn Sideco embarked on an eight-week journey to explore the effects of vegan versus omnivore diets. The results were striking: the vegan diet led to a remarkable 10% reduction in LDL cholesterol, showcasing its potential to boost heart health and promote long-term wellness, as featured in the documentary "You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment."

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In a groundbreaking study at Stanford, identical twins Rosalyn Moorhouse and Carolyn Sideco embarked on an eight-week journey to explore the effects of vegan versus omnivore diets. The results were striking: the vegan diet led to a remarkable 10% reduction in LDL cholesterol, showcasing its potential to boost heart health and promote long-term wellness, as featured in the documentary "You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment."