Research
Adherence
Older adults (≥65 years) and Mexican Americans with type 2 diabetes are more likely to adhere to dietary guidelines (higher fruit/vegetable intake, lower saturated fat) compared to other demographic groups.
If you are older or Mexican American, you may already be making healthier dietary choices. Continue to prioritize fruits, vegetables, and lower saturated fat intake.
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Mexican Americans and individuals over the age of 65 years ate a higher number of fruits and vegetables and a lower percentage of total calories from fat.
Why this rating
Based on self-reported data from a cross-sectional survey (NHANES III), subject to recall bias.
Source
Diet and Exercise Among Adults With Type 2 Diabetes
Karin M. Nelson et al. · Diabetes Care · 2002
DOI 10.2337/diacare.25.10.1722
cross_sectional · n=1480Cited 448×
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