September 2018 PMID 29948369

Plant versus animal based diets and insulin resistance, prediabetes and type 2 diabetes: the Rotterdam Study.

Zhangling Chen, Maria Geertruida Zuurmond, Niels van der Schaft, Jana Nano, Hanneke Anna Hendrikje Wijnhoven, Mohammad Arfan Ikram, Oscar Horacio Franco, Trudy Voortman

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Peak: 3 in Feb 2024

across 5 sources since Jun 2019

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a strong consensus that plant-based diets can reduce diabetes risk, supported by references to research studies and personal food choices like greens and legumes. The tone ranges from supportive (e.g., 'plant-based is in favor of science') to practical advice, highlighting both interest and perceived importance of the findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that plant-based diets are beneficial for reducing risks associated with insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, with many mentioning specific foods and studies, indicating engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions cite scientific studies and personal dietary choices, demonstrating moderate to deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The emphasis on scientific findings and dietary recommendations reflects a perceived meaningful impact on health practices.

Abstract in brief

The study investigated how adherence to a plant-based versus animal-based diet influences insulin resistance, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes (T2D) in a Dutch cohort, finding that a higher plant-based diet score was linked to lower insulin resistance and reduced risks of prediabetes and T2D.
Results showed that each 10-point increase in the plant-based dietary index was associated with a nearly 10% decrease in insulin resistance and approximately 11-13% reductions in prediabetes and T2D risk, although these associations weakened after accounting for BMI.
The findings suggest that higher consumption of plant-based foods may be beneficial for preventing insulin resistance and T2D, but body weight (BMI) plays an important role in these relationships.]

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Impact of Plant and Animal Based Diets on Type 2 Diabetes Risk

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This video examines the new animal-based diet, its components, and scientific research on its health effects, including insights from a study on diet types and insulin resistance, prediabetes, and T2D risk.

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Aero Pyornìs

@Aeropyornis · X

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Antea

@_anteale · X

RT @DrMauricioGon: Effect of resistance vs. aerobic exercise in pre-diabetes: an RCT PMID: 36788568 Plant versus animal based diets and in…

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mininoba

@pablo_gasa · X

RT @DrMauricioGon: Effect of resistance vs. aerobic exercise in pre-diabetes: an RCT PMID: 36788568 Plant versus animal based diets and in…

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Mauricio Gonzalez MD.

@DrMauricioGon · X

Feb 19, 2024 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 149,461 followers View post →

Tom

@ChuckNorrisKun · X

@milostosic @BlakeJWilson @oddthread @cmuratori Ok.. the first search engine hit claims you should eat more plants and less meat, which ameliorates insulin resistance. Do you have some studies in mind I could look up? https://t.co/iTUq4LoOJf

May 9, 2023 · 3 followers View post →

Angelica

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Nov 10, 2022 · 1 share · 6 followers View post →

Ana Monserrat Montaña

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Nov 8, 2022 · 6 likes · 1 share · 894 followers View post →

riⓋer

@Haoshoku · X

Vegan (plant based) & carbs are best to battle diabetes & overweight. 1.https://t.co/r6rFI4NgQo 2.https://t.co/66qtgZLEeR 3.https://t.co/On77Ms5VOg 4.https://t.co/BJZxn6Ige2 5.https://t.co/nLQvSFJ2Ar 6.https://t.co/UvbjMdDeul

Oct 22, 2021 · 775 followers View post →

riⓋer

@Haoshoku · X

Sep 19, 2021 · 1 like · 775 followers View post →

Esser Health

@EsserHealth · X

As per my previous post. https://t.co/fsLIR0AFNb https://t.co/sh6r0yGvtC

Apr 10, 2021 · 95 followers View post →

Earthling Bob

@EarthlingAus · X

@MacroFour @theprojecttv @hughriminton “In conclusion, a more plant-based and less animal-based diet may lower risk of insulin resistance, prediabetes and T2D. These findings strengthen recent dietary recommendations to adopt a more plant-based diet.” https://t.co/43HZu37Zvw

Jan 14, 2021 · 855 followers View post →

Robin

@rowforfun · X

Green chard & cauliflower. Reducing my risk https://t.co/wwpRzB4uqd https://t.co/Ey0YJMkvWK

Jul 23, 2020 · 2 likes · 1,165 followers View post →

Miguel.Tavares

@Miguel_Tavares1 · X

@Travis_Statham @CarnivoreIs @adventistchurch Furthermore, a plant based diet is in favour of science. Here's one very good recent study with no bias. https://t.co/ma4icIioRI

May 24, 2020 · 369 followers View post →

TwitFit

@TwitFit9 · X

#health #wellness Plant versus animal based diets and insulin resistance, prediabetes and type 2 diabetes: the Rotterdam Study (2018) via /r/Health https://t.co/b23fCK8Nfo

Jun 4, 2019 · 122 followers View post →

GP Tools

@GPtools_org · X

#nhs #appraisal #revalidation Plant versus animal based diets and insulin resistance, prediabetes and type 2 diabetes: the Rotterdam Study : https://t.co/3TMCWV0Kpd

Jun 4, 2019 · 2,964 followers View post →