The pescetarian diet is a vegetarian diet that excludes meat from land animals and instead includes seafood and green vegetables.
Below are the benefits of the pescetarian diet shared by nutritionist Dr. Archana Batra (India).
1. Promotes heart health
The pescetarian diet often includes fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines, all of which are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease.
2. Increase longevity
People who eat a pescetarian diet live longer than those who don't, according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
3. Boost brain health
The pescetarian diet is rich in fish, which contains fatty acids, especially DHA and EPA, which play an important role in improving cognitive health and brain health.
4. Supports weight loss
The pescetarian diet is rich in protein from fish and plant-based fiber, which promotes feelings of fullness and helps with weight control.
5. Reduce the risk of diabetes
A pescetarian diet may help protect you from type 2 diabetes and control blood sugar levels, according to a study published in the journal Diabetes Care.
6. Good for digestion
According to a study published in the journal Nutrients, the fiber in the pescetarian diet can help improve digestion and normalize bowel movements by combating constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.
7. Make bones strong
The pescetarian diet is rich in calcium and vitamin D, which help maintain bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
8. May prevent cancer
A pescetarian diet may help reduce the risk of cancer, including colon cancer, according to a study published in the journal BMC Medicine.
