Research
Micronutrients & recovery
Dairy consumption is associated with a reduced risk of hypertension and type 2 diabetes, independent of body weight changes.
Including low-fat dairy in your diet may help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. This benefit appears to come from nutrients like calcium and bioactive peptides, not just fat content.
ModerateSupportsMEDIUM confidence
a high intake of low-fat dairy products (highest vs. lowest quintile) was associated with a significant 11% reduction in the risk of developing hypertension
Why this rating
Based on observational studies and some trials; evidence for diabetes is noted as limited.
Source
A reappraisal of the impact of dairy foods and milk fat on cardiovascular disease risk
J. Bruce German et al. · European Journal of Nutrition · 2009
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