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Adherence to a Mediterranean-style dietary pattern, characterized by high intake of fruits, vegetables, fish, and olive oil, is associated with improved glucose metabolism and a decreased risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and olive oil. This pattern is associated with improved glucose metabolism and reduced risk of T2DM and cardiovascular disease. Focus on the quality of fats (olive oil) and whole foods.
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Numerous health benefits have been observed to the Mediterranean diet over the last decades, which contains abundant intake of fruit and vegetables. The beneficial effects of using fish and olive oil have been reported to be associated with improved glucose metabolism and decreased risk of T2DM, obesity and CVD.
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Based on a review citing observed health benefits and associations.
Source
Effect of diet on type 2 diabetes mellitus: A review.
Waqas Sami et al. · PubMed · 2017
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- High intake of sugar-sweetened beverages, particularly those containing high fructose corn syrup, increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and obesity by raising blood glucose levels and BMI.Moderate
- High intake of red meat, sweets, and fried foods increases the risk of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, whereas consumption of fruits and vegetables is inversely correlated with T2DM risk.Moderate
- High intake of white rice is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus, particularly in certain populations such as Japanese women.Moderate
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