Cereal Fiber, Fruit Fiber, and Type 2 Diabetes: Explaining the Paradox

While the relationship between dietary fiber and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has been much studied, the evidence about its role in the prevention and control of this condition has been conflicting. We critically evaluate prospective cohort studies and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that examined insoluble/nonviscous/cereal fiber and soluble/viscous/fruit fiber in relation to risk of T2DM. Taken as a whole this evidence indicates that, in the quantities typically eaten, cereal fiber is protective against T2DM while fruit fiber gives little protection.

Source: Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications - November 9, 2017 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Karen M. Davison, Norman J. Temple Tags: Review article Source Type: research