Research
Metabolic adaptation
A high fiber density coupled with a low glycemic load is associated with the lowest waist circumference.
Encouraging high fiber and low glycemic load foods may help reduce waist circumference.
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ANOVA revealed that a high fiber density coupled with a low GL was associated with the lowest WC (p=0.021).
Why this rating
Based on statistical analysis of dietary factors.
Source
Eating Pattern and Dietary Composition Associations with Insulin Resistance (IR) Markers
Maribeth Evezich et al. · The FASEB Journal · 2007
cross-sectional · n=28
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