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Switching Butter for Oils Cuts Death Risk by 16%

3/12/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Mass General Brigham and Harvard reveals that swapping butter for plant-based oils can dramatically reduce the risk of premature death. Participants who indulged in butter faced a 15% higher mortality risk, while those embracing plant oils enjoyed a 16% lower risk, underscoring the profound impact of dietary choices on health.

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A groundbreaking study from Mass General Brigham and Harvard reveals that swapping butter for plant-based oils can dramatically reduce the risk of premature death. Participants who indulged in butter faced a 15% higher mortality risk, while those embracing plant oils enjoyed a 16% lower risk, underscoring the profound impact of dietary choices on health.