Study: These are the foods to eat to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes

I often joke that I'm on my way to type 2 diabetes because of genetics. My love for ice cream will also play a role in that. It's why I've returned to running frequently and taking it very seriously. It's not just marathon training that I adhere to; I'm also trying to eat healthier while exercising more.

A healthy diet might be a key element in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. It's not just something that makes common sense. A new study shows that a healthy diet will reduce the risk of developing the condition, even in people genetically predisposed to it.

Researchers from the University of Eastern Finland looked at the diet habits of more than 1,500 middle-aged and elderly men as part of a broader Metabolic Syndrome in Men Study (METSIM) study. They analyzed genetic markers associated with type 2 diabetes for the participants and found that a healthy diet can have a huge impact on the risk of diabetes regardless of genetic risk.

Continue reading...

The post Study: These are the foods to eat to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes appeared first on BGR.

Today's Top Deals

1. Today’s deals: $3 smart plugs, $299 Apple Watch S9, $38 bug zapper, $700 off Samsung G9 monitor, more
2. 44 best cheap Apple deals under $100
3. Today’s deals: $150 off GEEKOM mini PC, $21 TOZO earbuds, $90 Ninja Air Fryer Pro, $360 Galaxy A35, more
4. Today’s deals: $399 M1 iPad Air, $30 Levoit humidifier, half off Beats Studio Pro, $139 Dewalt drill set, more

Study: These are the foods to eat to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes originally appeared on BGR.com on Sun, 30 Jun 2024 at 09:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.