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Cell Metab June 2017 PMID 28591632

Bread Affects Clinical Parameters and Induces Gut Microbiome-Associated Personal Glycemic Responses.

Tal Korem, David Zeevi, Niv Zmora, Omer Weissbrod, Noam Bar, Maya Lotan-Pompan, Tali Avnit-Sagi, Noa Kosower, Gal Malka, Michal Rein, Jotham Suez, Ben Z Goldberg, Adina Weinberger, Avraham A Levy, Eran Elinav

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What people are saying

The overall tone reveals skepticism, with many posts criticizing the strength of the study design or the health claims, such as the comment that 'AI cannot overcome inadequate study design,' and referencing the similarity of glycemic responses in different bread types. Personal stories about managing diabetes, like 'Type 2 diabetic in remission for 6 years,' highlight individual impacts, while discussions about food processing and industry reactions reflect concerns about the real-world significance of the findings.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed opinions, with some dismissing the study as unsubstantiated or flawed, while others credit the findings but remain skeptical about implications.

InterestModerate interest

Participants seem somewhat interested, particularly in the implications for diet and bread choices, but not deeply engaged beyond basic critique or curiosity.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments involve critique of study design, questions about study validity, and brief reflections on personal experience, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest the study has some influence on opinions about bread and health, but skepticism limits deep impact on broader dietary beliefs.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that consuming either sourdough or white bread did not significantly change clinical health parameters, and individual gut microbiomes remained stable and unique during the trial.
  • There was considerable variability between individuals in their blood sugar responses to the different bread types, indicating that personal factors influence how bread affects metabolism.
  • The researchers demonstrated that it is possible to predict which type of bread would cause a lower glycemic response for a person based solely on their gut microbiome data, highlighting the importance of personalized nutrition.]
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Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

Apr 8, 2022 · 52 likes · 9 shares · 108,054 followers View post →
Javier Gonzalez
@Gonzalez_JT · X

Another day, another unsubstantiated claim of inter-individual response This one in @Cell_Metabolism https://t.co/8gm5I9Nr1f No amount of AI can overcome inadequate study design Cc @GregLJMU @LorenzoLolli28

Oct 22, 2024 · 34 likes · 5 shares · 10,201 followers View post →
Nick Norwitz MD PhD
@nicknorwitz · X

Is artisanal sourdough

Jun 30, 2022 · 16 likes · 112,630 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@anthropocene138 @hafnfjord @ScepticalDoctor Lived experience ere too. Type 2 diabetic in remission for 6 yrs with a sub 5% a1c because I became wise to such bad advice Science backs me up. 1) GIs near identical so its expected https://t.co/P9MYBuIQUG 2) RCT confirms it https://t.co/jG5GTkRE4u

Nov 24, 2022 · 3 likes · 6,062 followers View post →
Luis Rguez. Padial
@luisrpadial · X

Bread Affects Clinical Parameters and Induces Gut Microbiome-Associated Personal Glycemic Responses https://t.co/1kQ21kRagP

Apr 8, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 3,032 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@LizWeiss You do realise that the 'wholegrains' you show are processed grains with a similar GI to refined grains. Hoping that you are evidence led so maybe this RCT may clarify the issues for you? https://t.co/jG5GTl9NiC

Apr 4, 2024 · 1 like · 6,062 followers View post →

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Kevin C. Klatt, PhD, RD
@KCKlatt · X

RT @Gonzalez_JT: Another day, another unsubstantiated claim of inter-individual response This one in @Cell_Metabolism https://t.co/8gm5I…

Oct 23, 2024 · 5 shares · 21,131 followers View post →
Mind Your Science!
@MindYourSci · X

RT @Gonzalez_JT: Another day, another unsubstantiated claim of inter-individual response This one in @Cell_Metabolism https://t.co/8gm5I…

Oct 23, 2024 · 5 shares · 131 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

RT @Gonzalez_JT: Another day, another unsubstantiated claim of inter-individual response This one in @Cell_Metabolism https://t.co/8gm5I…

Oct 23, 2024 · 5 shares · 56,058 followers View post →
rtfitt
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RT @Gonzalez_JT: Another day, another unsubstantiated claim of inter-individual response This one in @Cell_Metabolism https://t.co/8gm5I…

Oct 22, 2024 · 5 shares · 559 followers View post →
Javier Gonzalez
@Gonzalez_JT · X

Another day, another unsubstantiated claim of inter-individual response This one in @Cell_Metabolism https://t.co/8gm5I9Nr1f No amount of AI can overcome inadequate study design Cc @GregLJMU @LorenzoLolli28

Oct 22, 2024 · 34 likes · 5 shares · 10,201 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@LizWeiss You do realise that the 'wholegrains' you show are processed grains with a similar GI to refined grains. Hoping that you are evidence led so maybe this RCT may clarify the issues for you? https://t.co/jG5GTl9NiC

Apr 4, 2024 · 1 like · 6,062 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@Cotic @emtchip @Denielle425 They are nearly identical for blood glucose. Your bluezone info is BS. This wholegrain myth is consistently shown. https://t.co/jG5GTl9ft4

Mar 27, 2024 · 6,062 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@anthropocene138 @hafnfjord @ScepticalDoctor Lived experience ere too. Type 2 diabetic in remission for 6 yrs with a sub 5% a1c because I became wise to such bad advice Science backs me up. 1) GIs near identical so its expected https://t.co/P9MYBuIQUG 2) RCT confirms it https://t.co/jG5GTkRE4u

Nov 24, 2022 · 3 likes · 6,062 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@TimNoonanMD @CaloriesProper @BiggestComeback Yet this is a good one. The DG (& foodies) would recommend traditional wholegrain sourdough bread over industrial white bread yet the glycaemic response was the same in the RCT. Unsurprising as GI for white is 75 & wholegrain 74. https://t.co/jG5GTkRE4u

Oct 14, 2022 · 1 like · 6,062 followers View post →
Katrine Whiteson
@KatrineWhiteson · X

@dgermanuci no, but looks interested! And, related in an intriguing way: https://t.co/QBf8oyrva1

Oct 10, 2022 · 1 like · 1,333 followers View post →
Nick Norwitz MD PhD
@nicknorwitz · X

Is artisanal sourdough

Jun 30, 2022 · 16 likes · 112,630 followers View post →
Ivan Mendoza
@mencardio · X

RT @luisrpadial: Bread Affects Clinical Parameters and Induces Gut Microbiome-Associated Personal Glycemic Responses https://t.co/1kQ21kRagP

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RT @SaulNutri:

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Luis Rguez. Padial
@luisrpadial · X

Bread Affects Clinical Parameters and Induces Gut Microbiome-Associated Personal Glycemic Responses https://t.co/1kQ21kRagP

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Saúl Sánchez
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Apr 8, 2022 · 52 likes · 9 shares · 108,054 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@DoctorChrisVT But Chris. This RCT showed industrial supermarket white bread was as unhealthy as artisanal sourdough wholemeal bread. Is the issue in the processing/ grinding of wheat to flour?

Jul 7, 2021 · 1 like · 6,062 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@lowcarbcanberra The grain industry squealed like a fattened pig when this study was published. https://t.co/jG5GTkRE4u

Mar 29, 2021 · 1 like · 6,062 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@Freewheal Wholegrains aren't really whole grains though. Industrial white bread is as good as artisan wholemeal sourdough. https://t.co/jG5GTkRE4u

Mar 29, 2021 · 6,062 followers View post →
MacroFour
@MacroFour · X

@lekker_leven @ScepticalDoctor I looked. As expected: "We found no significant differential effects of bread type on multiple clinical parameters." Refined or unrefined flour. It's just as bad for you.

Mar 4, 2021 · 6,062 followers View post →
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