Adherence to plant-based diet reduces risk of Type 2 Diabetes
The scientific community had difficulty in developing a clear understanding of how dietary choices affect our health over a lifetime. There is growing interest in understanding the effects on the health of dietary patterns rather than focusing on individual macro- or micronutrients.
In a recent study, researchers have found that the risk of diabetes decreases if individuals adhere to overall and healthy plant-based diets. The study findings were published in the journal Diabetes Care on January 13, 2021.
Low-fat vegetarian and vegan diets are associated with reduced body weight, increased insulin sensitivity, and reductions in cardiovascular risk factors. Prior studies have shown that near-vegetarian diets reduce the need for insulin and oral medications in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Several plant foods, such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, are associated with a lower risk of T2D, while certain animal foods, such as red and processed meats, are positively associated with T2D risk. Additionally, the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee report recommends shifting away from the intake of certain animal foods and moving towards a plant-rich diet. Therefore, Zhangling Chen and colleagues evaluated the associations between changes in plant-based diets and subsequent risk of type 2 diabetes.
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