Myth Buster: The Truth About Popular Diets

The Western diet describes the dietary habits chosen by people in certain developed countries and contains high amounts of red meat, sugary desserts, high-fat foods, refined grains, high-fat dairy products, high-sugar drinks, and processed meats. According to multiple pieces of research, people who follow a diet such as this are less likely to age healthily without medical complications like obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes.