European journal of clinical nutrition
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Meta Analysis
Red and processed meat consumption and risk of stroke: a meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies.
Epidemiological evidence is suggestive, but inconclusive, for an association between consumption of red and processed meat and risk of stroke. We aimed to assess this association by conducting a meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies. ⋯ Findings from this meta-analysis indicate that consumption of red and/or processed meat increase risk of stroke, in particular, ischemic stroke.