Study Links

https://nutritionj.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12937-023-00877-2

https://www.nmcd-journal.com/article/S0939-4753%2823%2900149-7/fulltext

NumYearNameSiteMiscCommentCorrelationNote
1October 2023Associations between plant-based dietary patterns and risks of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and mortality – a systematic review and meta-analysisBioMed Central Nutrition Journal
2July 2023A comprehensive review of healthy effects of vegetarian dietsNMCD
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Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)

  • Risk Reduction: A systematic review and meta-analysis encompassing over 2.2 million participants found that higher adherence to plant-based diets was associated with a 21% lower risk of developing T2D. This protective effect was more pronounced with diets emphasizing healthy plant foods like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes .(BioMed Central)

  • Glycemic Control: Another review indicated that replacing animal protein with plant protein improved glycemic control in individuals with diabetes, suggesting benefits for both prevention and management .(NMCD Journal)

Health OutcomePlant-Based DietsRed/Processed Meat Consumption
Type 2 Diabetes↓ Risk (up to 21% reduction)↑ Risk (up to 32% increase)