Research shows that a plant-based diet can help with weight loss, reduce diabetes risk, and improve mood

On November 6, a study from the University of London showed that a plant-based diet may significantly improve the physical and mental health of patients with type 2 diabetes and help control the disease. The study points out that a vegan diet is effective in reducing weight, improving mood, and may slow diabetes-related nerve damage.

The global burden of diabetes is increasing. In the UK, around 4.5 million people are diagnosed with diabetes; in the US, the number is over 30 million. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) predicts that by 2040, 642 million people worldwide will have diabetes. Diabetes has become one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In 2015, nearly 15% of global deaths were related to diabetes, and 5 million of them died before the age of 60.

The study reviewed 11 clinical trials published between 1999 and 2017, covering 433 participants with an average age of about 55 years. The average duration of these trials was 23 weeks. Eight of the trials assessed the effects of a plant-based diet (completely free of animal foods), while the other six trials were control groups, with participants receiving advice on a balanced diet containing moderate amounts of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein. and healthy fats). (Supplementary definition of balanced diet)

The study found that participants who followed a purely plant-based diet experienced significant improvements in quality of life, including physical and mental health, compared to a control group who received guidance on a balanced diet. In addition, the depressive symptoms of the pure plant-based diet group were also significantly alleviated. The researchers noted that a purely plant-based diet may help slow nerve damage caused by diabetes, while participants in the balanced diet group experienced "reduced body temperature control."

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