Adherence
There is no convincing evidence of an association between the food environment (e.g., availability of supermarkets, fast-food outlets) and T2DM risk or prevalence.
Current evidence does not strongly support the idea that changing the food environment (e.g., adding supermarkets or removing fast food) will significantly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Other factors, such as urbanization and walkability, may be more influential.
No convincing evidence was found of an association between food environment with T2DM risk/prevalence.
Why this rating
Based on a systematic review of 20 studies, with some studies showing associations and others not, leading to a conclusion of no convincing evidence.
Source
Built environmental characteristics and diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Nicolette R. den Braver et al. · BMC Medicine · 2018
DOI 10.1186/s12916-017-0997-z
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- Living in an urban residence is associated with a significantly higher risk and prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) compared to living in a rural residence.Good
- Higher neighborhood walkability is associated with a lower risk and prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).Good
- More green space in a neighborhood tends to be associated with a lower risk and prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), although the evidence is not as strong as for walkability.Moderate
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