Washington, Jan 19 (PTI) Drinking 100 per cent fruitjuice may not increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes,according to a study.
The research published in the Journal of NutritionalScience found that one hundred per cent juice does not have asignificant effect on fasting blood glucose, fasting bloodinsulin, or insulin resistance.
The findings are consistent with previous researchindicating that 100 per cent fruit juice is not associatedwith an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes andsupport a growing body of evidence that it has no significanteffect on glycemic control.
A comprehensive data analysis by researchers at Centerfor Chemical Regulation and Food Safety in the USquantitatively assessed the relationship between drinking 100per cent juice and blood glucose control.
Using fasting blood glucose and fasting blood insulinlevels as biomarkers for diabetes risk, the systematic reviewand meta-analysis included 18 randomised controlled trials(RCT) to evaluate the impact of 100 per cent juice fromfruits, such as apple, berry, citrus, grape, and pomegranate.
Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder where the body isunable to respond to insulin.
The first line of defence for preventing and treatingtype 2 diabetes is following a healthy lifestyle. Eatingright, exercising regularly and staying at a healthy weightare encouraged.
Dietary guidelines recommend consumption of a healthyeating pattern which includes fruits, vegetables, grains,low-fat or fat-free dairy and a variety of protein foods.
A nearly 120 millilitre glass of 100 per cent juicecounts as one serving (half cup) of fruit, and can complementwhole fruit to help individuals add more produce to theirdiets, researchers said. PTI SARSAR.
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