Research
Macro partitioning
High intake of non-starch polysaccharides (dietary fiber) is associated with a decreased risk of type 2 diabetes.
Increase your intake of non-starch polysaccharides (fiber) by eating more whole grains, vegetables, and legumes. This is likely to help reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. Focus on cereal fiber, which has shown strong protective associations in large studies.
GoodSupportsMEDIUM confidence
non-starch polysaccharides are likely to be associated with a decreased risk.
Why this rating
Supported by large cohort studies showing inverse relationship, though the paper notes 'insufficient evidence' for 'convincing proof' in the abstract, likely referring to specific dosing.
Source
Diet, nutrition and the prevention of type 2 diabetes
NP Steyn et al. · Public Health Nutrition · 2004
DOI 10.1079/phn2003586
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