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High vegetable intake may decrease diabetes risk
29 April 2012
According to a new UK study, increased consumption of a variety of fruits and vegetables could reduce the risk of diabetes by 21%.
30 March 2016
As part of the national survey on food consumption in France (1), 1,171 adults recorded their food consumption over seven days. Researchers analyzed the results of the study using a statistical method to assess individual food preferences, individual dietary patterns and restrictions imposed by food intolerances (2). They determined the percentage of people who could be provided with 30 essential nutrients by modifying their food intake.
Results
The researchers concluded from this analysis that, mathematically speaking, it is impossible for the great majority of French adults to achieve an optimal diet with adequate nutrient content without expanding the range of foods consumed. Such information could be useful to committees establishing dietary recommendations.
29 April 2012
According to a new UK study, increased consumption of a variety of fruits and vegetables could reduce the risk of diabetes by 21%.
28 September 2016
15 May 2013
Phytochemicals are biologically active compounds, found in plants in small amounts. At present, most interest in phytochemicals is focused on carotenoids and polyphenolic flavonoids, which seem to contribute to protection against degenerative diseases, such as cancer and cardiovascular disease.