Although some experts may disagree, there is a fair bit of evidence available on the health benefits of vegetarian or vegan diets. In any case, it is impossible to disagree with the body of proof which indicates the positive effects of whole fruits and vegetables on health.
One big problem in modern day diets is too much meat and animal food products. Another is the lack of fresh whole fruits and vegetables. Addressing this imbalance will go a long way not just in preventing diabetes, but also in promoting overall good health and vitality.
Eating More Fruits and Vegetables Brings down Diabetes Risk
by Reuben Chow
Poor lifestyle and dietary habits are, without doubt, a major cause of the escalating rates of diabetes in developed nations. A recent study conducted at the Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine and the Harvard School of Public Health has provided further proof to this assertion, having revealed that one’s risk of type 2 diabetes may be reduced by consuming more whole fruits and green leafy vegetables on a daily basis.
Details and Findings of Study
The study team had looked at data from the Nurses’ Health Study, which ran for 18 years from 1984 to 2002. In total, diet and health information of 71,346 women aged 38 to 63 years were looked at; the nurses had filled in food frequency questionnaires once every 4 years. All of the ladies did not have diabetes at the start of the study, and, according to self-reported information, about 7.4% of them developed the condition during the study period. The subjects of the study, which was published in Diabetes Care, were also free of cancer and cardiovascular disease at its commencement.
The researchers discovered that eating three more servings of whole fruits each day was associated with a lower risk of developing diabetes. Just eating one more serving of green leafy vegetables was also linked to lower diabetes risk. Such correlations existed even after factors such as family history, smoking and weight were taken into account.
Fruit juice, however, did not fare so well. “Based on the results of our study, people who have risk factors for diabetes may find it helpful to fill up on leafy greens like lettuces, kale and spinach and whole fruits, like apples, bananas, oranges and watermelon rather than drink fruit juices, which deliver a big sugar load in a liquid form that gets absorbed rapidly,” said Lydia Bazzano, an assistant professor of epidemiology at Tulane.
Other Helpful Dietary Changes
On top of the consumption of whole fruits and green leafy vegetables in helping to ward off diabetes, the researchers also recommended using these healthy foods to replace refined grains and white potatoes, foods which have been linked to heightened diabetes risk.
For keeping diabetes at bay, a vegetarian diet would probably also help, with a low incidence of type 2 diabetes having been found in followers of such a diet. In one particular study, persons who suffered from nerve damage arising from diabetes took on a vegan diet and reported feeling better after a matter of days.
One big problem with modern day diets is an over-supply of meat and other animal food products, which are linked to increased risks for many serious diseases, including cancer and heart disease. Thus, even if you do not go vegetarian, it would be a good idea to watch and reduce your intake of such foods.
As for fresh fruits and vegetables, scientific evidence of their health benefits continue to mount, and any health-conscious person would definitely ensure he or she consumes good amounts of such foods.
Sources
Fresh Vegetables, Fruits Reduce Diabetes Risk (http://www.sph.tulane.edu/pressroom/summer2008/news08.htm)
Lydia A Bazzano, Tricia Y Li, Kamudi J Joshipura and Frank B Hu. Intake of Fruit, Vegetables, and Fruit Juices and Risk of Diabetes in Women. Diabetes Care 2008;31:1311-1317.
Snowdon DA, Phillips RL. Does a vegetarian diet reduce the occurrence of diabetes? Am J Publ Health 1985;75:507-12.
Crane MG, Sample CJ. Regression of diabetic neuropathy with vegan diet. Am J Clin Nutr 1988;48:926.
Related posts:
- Boost Bone Health By Eating More Fruits and Vegetables Intuitively speaking, it is hard to imagine fruits and vegetables...
- Studies Reveal Anti-Cancer Properties of Fatty Fish, Olives, Fruits and Vegetables Every day, as we go about our daily lives, there...
- Eating Eggs Increases Risk of Type 2 Diabetes A study recently published in the November issue of the...
- Raw Cruciferous Vegetables Help Prevent Bladder Cancer Cruciferous vegetables are well-lauded for their antioxidant properties and anti-cancer...
- Green Tea Health Benefits May Extend to Type 1 Diabetes and Sjogren’s Syndrome Green tea has, in recent years, gained a lot of...
the fresh fruit that contain some vitamin that needs for diabetics are apple, grapefruit, blueberry, avocado(but carefully cause avocado have much calories contain).the diabetics need some fruits that have a good source of nutritional fiber and their sugar content is not high
Comment by diabetes observer — April 7, 2009 @ 1:42 pm
Kindly send me the list of fruits and vegetables which will prevent me from getting diabetes.
Comment by Nisar — August 6, 2009 @ 12:05 pm
As the currency in the Warhammer world, plays an important role in the economic system.
Comment by chi hair tools — September 18, 2009 @ 2:16 am
Work is the grand cure of all the maladies and miseries that ever beset mankind.
Comment by Classic Tall Ugg Boots — September 26, 2009 @ 8:03 am
?At twenty years of age, the will reigns; at thirty, the wit; and at forty, the judgment.
Comment by Classic Tall Ugg Boots — September 26, 2009 @ 8:11 am
At twenty years of age, the will reigns; at thirty, the wit; and at forty, the judgment.
Comment by Tiffany Bracelets — October 5, 2009 @ 8:47 am
??Learning makes a good man better and ill man worse.
Comment by ugg boots sale,ugg boot sale — October 19, 2009 @ 1:08 pm
The Ugg boot, being both practical and stylish, has started a craze that has erupted all over the world. Its popularity has lead many people to open up their own ugg boot businesses that claim they are selling high quality shoes made of the finest Australian Merino sheepskin.
Comment by ugg boots sale — October 26, 2009 @ 8:00 am
Nice airtical, i would like to tell all of my friends about it. By the way, i
would like to introduce everyone of you a very nice website, it offers cheap
air max trainers for men and women.
Comment by nike sb — October 31, 2009 @ 8:02 am
As the currency in the Warhammer world, plays an important role in the economic system.
Comment by tiffany jewellery — November 5, 2009 @ 8:48 am
At twenty years of age, the will reigns; at thirty, the wit; and at forty, the judgment.
Comment by DDos Protection — November 13, 2009 @ 5:57 am
The real question remains though, will Twitter continue to reveal itself as the best solution to our comment facility? Only time will tell.
Comment by ugg boots — November 21, 2009 @ 6:59 am
I really had a good time reading your article! Hope to read more from you. It gets me lots of information that I can use for my internship.. Thank You.
Comment by uggs — November 23, 2009 @ 12:22 am
Gucci is considered one of the most influential handbag and shoes designers in the fashion industry. The label is synonymous with opulence and quality, and is widely regarded as a status symbol.
Comment by Gucci Kitbags — November 23, 2009 @ 4:33 am
metin2 yang
Comment by metin2 yang — December 5, 2009 @ 10:06 am
Gucci is a high-end Italian fashion label designed by Guccio Gucci, specializing in luxury goods for men and women (handbag, leather accessories, shoes, and apparel and hats), founded by Guccio Gucci in Florence in 1921.
Comment by discount gucci shoes — December 14, 2009 @ 12:26 pm
Pretty good post.
Comment by Links of London — December 17, 2009 @ 8:50 am
Are you want to buy uggs?There are many good ugg boots
Comment by ugg boots — January 6, 2010 @ 6:48 am
if you want to buy here is some good Website
for another you can see this any
more:
Comment by ugg boots sale — January 7, 2010 @ 9:20 am
I agree with you, I think it’s a good topic. So would you like the info .
Comment by ugg boots sale — January 7, 2010 @ 9:41 am
Gucci is a high-end Italian fashion label designed by Guccio Gucci, specializing in luxury goods
Comment by brand clothing — January 9, 2010 @ 8:15 am
plays an important role in the economic system.
Comment by ED Hardy — January 9, 2010 @ 8:16 am
Obey your will for the choice on my site,Nike star shoes
Comment by nike outlet — January 13, 2010 @ 3:40 am
thanks for sharing this nice post .ghd hair straightener always make you surprise
after you use it .just do as you like .
Comment by GHD hair straightener — January 20, 2010 @ 3:34 am
well ,good article .chi hair iron in this season also make amazing by fashionable
people.make style with it .nice.
Comment by Chi Hair Straightener on sale — January 20, 2010 @ 3:34 am
this is a so nice post .ugg boots make this winter
so beautiful ,and we are attracted by many girls who wear
cardy ugg boots
on the street ,so fashion ,i am just thinking about it .
Comment by UGG Boots UK|Classic UGG Boots — January 20, 2010 @ 3:35 am
good websie thanks for the share
Comment by m65 field jacket — January 27, 2010 @ 11:19 pm
good read thanks
Comment by m65 jacket — January 27, 2010 @ 11:20 pm
What to look for in the packaging of a genuine Gucci shoe: Genuine Gucci shoes usually come in dark brown dust bags. The bags are printed with the “double G” logo. The shoebox is also a dark brown and should have the word “Gucci” embossed on its lid. The lettering should be silver.
Comment by gucci shoes — January 28, 2010 @ 10:03 am
So when you see red soles on Nicole Kidman, Catherine Deneuve, Cameron Diaz, Ashley Olsen, Gwyneth Paltrow or Angelina Jolie, you know they’re not freebies.
Comment by louboutin sale — February 7, 2010 @ 12:42 pm
I was surprised a lot when I looked through your colorful issue related to this good topic. I just couldn’t consider that such kind of academic essay writing has been written not by custom essay writing service! You are a cool master, I guess.
Comment by KristinzW — February 9, 2010 @ 1:54 am
Thanks guys… this is awesome…
Umm,my first project will be launching soon and I’ll be sure to write up a quick post when it does.
Comment by nike outlet — February 19, 2010 @ 1:06 pm
Just lessen the sugary foods and the best way to get rid of diabetes is to be in a healthy lifestyle like eat healthy and daily exercise. This will do.
Comment by Standard Assessment Procedure — February 27, 2010 @ 3:02 am
Thank you for your sharing.
Comment by jordan shoes — March 1, 2010 @ 9:12 am
the sugary foods and the best way to get rid of diabetes is to be in a healthy lifestyle like
Comment by tiffany jewelry — March 4, 2010 @ 6:50 am
k brown dust bags. The bags are printed with the “double G” logo. The shoebox is also a dark brown and should have the word “Gucci” embossed on its lid. The letteri
Comment by tiffany jewellery — March 4, 2010 @ 6:51 am
Your idea is novel,I like it,Thank you for sharing.
Comment by jordan shoes — March 5, 2010 @ 8:12 am
Canvas shoes are shoes made from canvas material. Canvas Shoes provide for flexible movement of the feet, as well as it allows the feet to breathe since it is a porous material. Canvas Shoes offer comfort and come in a variety of colors and styles.
Comment by Canvas Casual Shoes — March 8, 2010 @ 1:33 am
if you want to buy here is some good Website
for another you can see this any more
Comment by jordan shoes — March 10, 2010 @ 3:25 am
Hey, I read a lot of blogs on a daily basis and for the most part
people lack substance but
I just wanted to make a quick comment to say GREAT blog!…..
I’ll be checking in on a regularly now….
Keep up the good work!
Comment by nike shoes — March 19, 2010 @ 3:28 am
Thank you for the author’s hard write, in 2010 change you image, here is some good Website for
I very much like this article, and so on.
Comment by gucci handbags — March 22, 2010 @ 7:41 am
Plastic Dustbin is so useful.thanks for your share.
Comment by plastic dustbin — March 27, 2010 @ 6:29 am
five fingers shoe.it suit for climbing et.i like it,thanks for your share.
Comment by Five Fingers Shoes — March 27, 2010 @ 6:31 am
Subway Blasts Kill at Least 33 in Moscow.Huge explosions during morning rush hour in two subway stations in central Moscow killed more than 33 people on Monday, officials said, raising fears of a renewal of terrorism here. The causes of the blasts were not immediately clear, but the government said it suspected suicide bombers, Russian news agencies reported. mbt shoes
Comment by mbt shoes — March 29, 2010 @ 6:44 am
the valve need effort to reaserch it.so thanks for your share.hehe.
Comment by gate valve — March 29, 2010 @ 7:17 am
nike sb dunks
Comment by nike dunks — March 31, 2010 @ 2:12 pm
ed hardy
Comment by Ed Hardy — March 31, 2010 @ 2:14 pm
welcome to buy mbt shoes
new style with free shipping 40% off offering.
Comment by mbt shoes — April 3, 2010 @ 6:05 am
Very happy to see your article, I very much to like and agree with your point of view. Thank you for sharing. At the same time,i love golf umbrella very much .Welcome to look at my website and blog articles.Hope we can become good friends, and exchange and to help each other! Thanks!!
Comment by golf umbrella — April 19, 2010 @ 6:40 am
tiffany jewellery
Comment by tiffany jewellery — April 19, 2010 @ 6:45 am
How to Keep Up With Your Industry While Job Hunting.Just because you are out of a job doesn’t mean that you get a vacation from your chosen profession. At some point you are going to have a new job, so you need to keep your skills and knowledge on the cutting edge. You do not want to lose out on a great career simply ????** because you don’t know about industry changes.
Comment by ?? — May 2, 2010 @ 7:37 am
Cold Pilger Millso useful.thanks.
Comment by Straightening Machine — May 6, 2010 @ 7:20 am
How to Sell Clothes to a Consignment Shop. walking shoes** Our closets are full of items that, for whatever reason, we no longer wear. Maybe we lost weight or bought on impulse a little too often, or perhaps we switched from a dressy professional environment to a casual one. Your quality castoffs can be turned into extra cash, so take inventory, then head to your local consignment store.
Comment by anti shoes — May 10, 2010 @ 12:48 pm
the store have many kinds of ugg boots.welcome to buy?
Comment by uggs for cheap — May 20, 2010 @ 1:57 am
it is interesting!
Comment by cheap aion gold — May 27, 2010 @ 1:59 am
thank you for share with us,i like it very much and i will always come to attention.
Comment by Offer wrist watches — May 31, 2010 @ 8:28 am
The black christian louboutin sandals auction are the, a lot of acclaimed cast in the apple and abounding changeable stars are the christian louboutian lovers. Christian-louboutin-sandals
Comment by Cheap Christian Louboutin Shoes — June 17, 2010 @ 9:04 am
that is very kind of you to do this for us, thank you very much.
Comment by Fitness — June 29, 2010 @ 1:06 am
In your life, there will at least one time that you forget yourself for someone, asking for no result, no company, no ownership nor love. Just ask for meeting you in my most beautiful years.
Comment by chi air straightener — July 12, 2010 @ 7:12 am
I know someone in the world is waiting for me, although I’ve no idea of who he is. But I feel happy every day for this.
Comment by p90x workout — July 12, 2010 @ 7:14 am
Happiness is not about being immortal nor having food or rights in one’s hand. It’s about having each tiny wish come true, or having something to eat when you are hungry or having someone’s love when you need love. ?
Comment by hair iron chi — July 12, 2010 @ 7:15 am
I’m grad to see your excellence post. I just wanted to say your website has cheered me up no end and would recommend it to people .I think it is suitable and deserving.
Comment by discount nike air shoes — July 19, 2010 @ 9:18 am
Good job! I have found many articles to read but you do a good thing. That is a boy. Thank you so much for sharing the delicious post. Expect your next article.
Comment by mbt shoes cheap — July 19, 2010 @ 9:22 am
I like your information so much. It is something worth appreciating by us. It is very kind thing to see your wonderful post! I’ll come back when I have time.
Comment by uggs outlet — July 19, 2010 @ 9:23 am
Thank you very much! I am delighted of your lovely words!
Comment by Tina — August 14, 2010 @ 7:00 am
You provide rich information for us,thank u.
Comment by jackets — August 14, 2010 @ 7:01 am