Clin Nutr June 2018 PMID 28392166

Legume consumption is inversely associated with type 2 diabetes incidence in adults: A prospective assessment from the PREDIMED study.

Nerea Becerra-Tomás, Andrés Díaz-López, Núria Rosique-Esteban, Emilio Ros, Pilar Buil-Cosiales, Dolores Corella, Ramon Estruch, Montserrat Fitó, Lluís Serra-Majem, Fernando Arós, Rosa Maria Lamuela-Raventós, Miquel Fiol, José Manuel Santos-Lozano, Javier Díez-Espino, Olga Portoles

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Peak: 7 in Mar 2022
across 2 sources since Oct 2021

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Oct 2021 – Nov 2025

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What people are saying

The overall tone reflects general agreement on the benefits of legumes, especially lentils, for diabetes prevention, with examples citing scientific research or dietary advice. For instance, one user emphasizes the role of legumes within a Mediterranean diet, while another criticizes misconceptions about legumes and cereals, highlighting ongoing debates about scientific understanding and dietary recommendations. The language and tone range from supportive to skeptical, shaping a moderate engagement level with potential for deeper influence.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that legumes, especially in the context of a Mediterranean diet, are beneficial for preventing type 2 diabetes, with some emphasizing the importance of scientific backing.

InterestModerate interest

The posts show moderate interest, as they reference specific dietary strategies and scientific findings, though some comments lack depth.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several users engage with the topic by discussing dietary implications or challenging misconceptions, indicating a moderate level of involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions could influence opinions about diet choices and misconceptions, though they remain somewhat superficial without extensive elaboration.

Abstract in brief

  • The study aimed to investigate the relationship between legume consumption and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, given their recommended benefits in diabetic diets despite limited evidence for protection against the disease.
  • During a follow-up of 4.3 years involving 3349 participants, it was found that higher intake of total legumes and specifically lentils was associated with a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
  • Substituting legumes for other protein or carbohydrate foods also correlated with lower diabetes incidence, suggesting that incorporating legumes into the diet could be beneficial for preventing the disease, particularly in older adults at high cardiovascular risk.

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Reiner 
@erlesen · X

A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type 2 diabetes prevention in older adults at high cardiovascular risk https://t.co/s4X9gilbFE Hülsenfrüchte bieten u.a. Ballaststoffe https://t.co/GDXE0ppjVs

Mar 18, 2022 · 9 likes · 7 shares · 7,862 followers View post →
VegInfo (EN)
@VegInfo · X

@Kynykya4211 @PartyOatsUK @PrasadKVL1 @TheEconomist Your claim is antiscientific. Instead of taking basic principles you think you understand (for you, legumes and cereals = sugars), research for a minute about them, otherwise you sound like a fool. https://t.co/lZQhdyAEuh https://t.co/z3MXi1dplF

Oct 7, 2021 · 1 like · 604 followers View post →
Die Mim 
@kulturbolschewi · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 18, 2022 · 7 shares · 17,229 followers View post →
Reiner 
@erlesen · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 20, 2022 · 7 shares · 7,862 followers View post →
Alfredo
@Alfredo51748676 · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 18, 2022 · 7 shares · 1,218 followers View post →
Rev. Kate Morgan, GAOTU/M.A.
@IdentityEuleria · X

@RudySchulz1 @_johnnymaga Those prediabetic children need at 72 hour fast and a food bank amount of legumes. They don't need SNAP. https://t.co/e407wy3vdK. https://t.co/hV2MKEB9KO

Nov 1, 2025 · 970 followers View post →

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Rev. Kate Morgan, GAOTU/M.A.
@IdentityEuleria · X

@RudySchulz1 @_johnnymaga Those prediabetic children need at 72 hour fast and a food bank amount of legumes. They don't need SNAP. https://t.co/e407wy3vdK. https://t.co/hV2MKEB9KO

Nov 1, 2025 · 970 followers View post →
MESD
@PolycarpJ01 · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 20, 2022 · 7 shares · 59 followers View post →
Reiner 
@erlesen · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 20, 2022 · 7 shares · 7,862 followers View post →
Saubashya Sur, PhD
@SaubashyaSur · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 19, 2022 · 7 shares · 785 followers View post →
Alfredo
@Alfredo51748676 · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 18, 2022 · 7 shares · 1,218 followers View post →
Christa winter
@Christa78906196 · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 18, 2022 · 7 shares · 851 followers View post →
Die Mim 
@kulturbolschewi · X

RT @erlesen: A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type…

Mar 18, 2022 · 7 shares · 17,229 followers View post →
Reiner 
@erlesen · X

A frequent consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, in the context of a Mediterranean diet, may provide benefits on type 2 diabetes prevention in older adults at high cardiovascular risk https://t.co/s4X9gilbFE Hülsenfrüchte bieten u.a. Ballaststoffe https://t.co/GDXE0ppjVs

Mar 18, 2022 · 9 likes · 7 shares · 7,862 followers View post →
Soneil Inayat
@Varauteochcykla · X

@EscapeLow https://t.co/Z9f5KTD3FL - may provide benefits.

Feb 9, 2022 · 2 followers View post →
Rethink
@EscapeLow · X

@SoneilI Whole grains: https://t.co/bT9ElUcRpk Legumes https://t.co/cYVtwmogYW Fruit https://t.co/5W0Oo972sy

Feb 9, 2022 · 632 followers View post →
VegInfo (EN)
@VegInfo · X

@Kynykya4211 @PartyOatsUK @PrasadKVL1 @TheEconomist Your claim is antiscientific. Instead of taking basic principles you think you understand (for you, legumes and cereals = sugars), research for a minute about them, otherwise you sound like a fool. https://t.co/lZQhdyAEuh https://t.co/z3MXi1dplF

Oct 7, 2021 · 1 like · 604 followers View post →