Plant-Based Diets May Improve Physical Attractiveness

A plant-based diet may improve human attractiveness, according to a new narrative review. The paper highlights research showing that avoiding meat can improve sweat odor; carotenoids in fruits and vegetables benefit skin color; complex carbohydrates slow signs of aging; and a healthy body weight, which may be achieved with a plant-based diet, is correlated with greater attractiveness. The desire to improve one’s appearance may motivate health behaviors like adopting a plant-based diet. 

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