Prevent Diabetes With A Low-Carb Diet
A study to be published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has shown that low-carb diets may help prevent diabetes.
The researchers examined the association between low-carb diets and the risk of diabetes among 85,059 women participating in the Nurse’s Health Study. The data included 20 years of follow-up.
Women who most closely followed a low-carb diet did not have a heightened risk of diabetes when compared to those that followed a low-fat diet. Interestingly, they seemed to have a small decreased risk when their fat and protein intake was from vegetable rather than animal sources.
This is the first time that I have seen a vegetarian low-carb diet recommended; however, I would imagine that it would be high in monounsaturated fats, fiber, and antioxidants. The health benefits of which are very strong.
Reference: MedLine Plus
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