June 2020 PMID 31466731

Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Zhangping Yu, Fengwei Nan, Leslie Yingzhijie Wang, Hua Jiang, Wei Chen, Yu Jiang

Mentions

23
Peak: 5 in Apr 2023
across 4 sources since Aug 2019

Extended reach

127,706
potential audience

Total likes

63

Video views

13,512

Mentions per month

Aug 2019 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

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  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall discussions reflect a nuanced understanding of the study, with some posts emphasizing that high-protein diets do not significantly improve blood sugar control, as seen in remarks like 'glycemic control was not significantly different.' Others challenge misconceptions, such as the idea that high protein intake is inherently harmful, referencing the study to support this point; the tone varies from cautious skepticism to scientific curiosity, contributing to a balanced dialogue about diet and diabetes management.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge that the study found limited effects of high-protein diets on glycemic control, with some emphasizing that protein isn’t the main culprit in diabetes management issues.

InterestHigh interest

Several comments show high interest by referencing specific study details and questioning common beliefs, indicating curiosity about diet and diabetes.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants critically engage with the research, mentioning concepts like HOMA-IR and debating diet quality versus protein intake, demonstrating thoughtful involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts diminish the effects of high-protein diets, others highlight the importance of understanding diet quality, suggesting the discussion could influence future dietary recommendations and perceptions.

Abstract in brief

  • The study reviewed multiple clinical trials to assess how a high-protein diet affects blood sugar control, insulin resistance, and blood pressure in people with type 2 diabetes, finding that it may not significantly improve blood sugar levels but could help with insulin resistance and lipid profiles.
  • The meta-analysis included 13 studies with 1,138 patients and used statistical models to compare high-protein diets to other diets, finding that glycemic control (like fasting glucose and HbA1c) didn't differ much, but insulin resistance did improve with high-protein intake.
  • Overall, high-protein diets showed some beneficial effects on certain health markers (like HDL and LDL cholesterol), suggesting they might help in managing some aspects of type 2 diabetes, especially related to insulin function and lipids, even if direct blood sugar improvements were limited.]

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con H de heterótrofo
@NutriRebel · X

Dieta alta en proteínas no mejora el control glucémico y la presión arterial. Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/gPwvO0MpRP

Aug 16, 2019 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 5,946 followers View post →
Stephan van Vliet
@vanvlietphd · X

I suspect associations are due to people who consume poor quality standard western diets also typically consume more protein. Randomized controlled trials with ⬆️protein intakes show benefits for HOMA-IR with protein intakes >RDA. https://t.co/ewYPx3uwXf https://t.co/RXqBVow2DJ

Apr 21, 2023 · 12 likes · 2 shares · 3,409 followers View post →
Dorthe Gill Brudvik
@DortheGill · X

@larsms Rødt kjøtt får skylden for det meste om dagen. Stephan Van Vliet delte denne studien tidligere i dag som viser at proteinet ikke er synderen for diabetes @vanvlietphd https://t.co/EJ9mgH9HRI

Apr 22, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 249 followers View post →
Sudās
@sudas1891 · X

@DrEenfeldt https://t.co/ONDqCFbvNz “Glycemic control was not significantly different between the high-protein diet and control group, with the changes in fasting plasma glucose (FPG) (-0.13 (95% CI (-0.46, 0.19), p = 0.43) mmol/L) and HbA1c% (-0.05 (95% CI (-0.18, 0.08, p = 0.92)))”

Jan 3, 2025 · 1 like · 639 followers View post →
africanjfoodscience
@africanjfoodsc2 · X

Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/jeZIzXJs2o

May 21, 2020 · 1 like · 104 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/D7Ctwtfbj2

Jul 5, 2023 · 1 share · 42,485 followers View post →

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Mind Muscle Project
@mindmusclepro · X

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Sudās
@sudas1891 · X

@DrEenfeldt https://t.co/ONDqCFbvNz “Glycemic control was not significantly different between the high-protein diet and control group, with the changes in fasting plasma glucose (FPG) (-0.13 (95% CI (-0.46, 0.19), p = 0.43) mmol/L) and HbA1c% (-0.05 (95% CI (-0.18, 0.08, p = 0.92)))”

Jan 3, 2025 · 1 like · 639 followers View post →
Mind Your Science!
@MindYourSci · X

RT @agingdoc1: Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: A systematic rev…

Jul 12, 2023 · 1 share · 132 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/D7Ctwtfbj2

Jul 5, 2023 · 1 share · 42,485 followers View post →
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@ilikegnus · X

RT @vanvlietphd: I suspect associations are due to people who consume poor quality standard western diets also typically consume more prote…

Apr 25, 2023 · 2 shares · 4,150 followers View post →
Ty Beal
@TyRBeal · X

RT @vanvlietphd: I suspect associations are due to people who consume poor quality standard western diets also typically consume more prote…

Apr 25, 2023 · 2 shares · 12,464 followers View post →
Lars Magne Sunnanå
@larsms · X

RT @DortheGill: @larsms Rødt kjøtt får skylden for det meste om dagen. Stephan Van Vliet delte denne studien tidligere i dag som viser at p…

Apr 22, 2023 · 1 share · 4,479 followers View post →
Dorthe Gill Brudvik
@DortheGill · X

@larsms Rødt kjøtt får skylden for det meste om dagen. Stephan Van Vliet delte denne studien tidligere i dag som viser at proteinet ikke er synderen for diabetes @vanvlietphd https://t.co/EJ9mgH9HRI

Apr 22, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 249 followers View post →
Stephan van Vliet
@vanvlietphd · X

I suspect associations are due to people who consume poor quality standard western diets also typically consume more protein. Randomized controlled trials with ⬆️protein intakes show benefits for HOMA-IR with protein intakes >RDA. https://t.co/ewYPx3uwXf https://t.co/RXqBVow2DJ

Apr 21, 2023 · 12 likes · 2 shares · 3,409 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @indoximity: Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: A systematic re…

Jun 7, 2020 · 1 share · 6,704 followers View post →
INDoximity
@indoximity · X

Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/irnz9PpRI5 #ClinicalNutrition #Nutritionist

Jun 7, 2020 · 1 share · 832 followers View post →
africanjfoodscience
@africanjfoodsc2 · X

Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/jeZIzXJs2o

May 21, 2020 · 1 like · 104 followers View post →
Mariana Castañeda
@mariancstb · X

RT @NutriRebel: Dieta alta en proteínas no mejora el control glucémico y la presión arterial. Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic con…

Aug 19, 2019 · 4 shares · 419 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @NutriRebel: Dieta alta en proteínas no mejora el control glucémico y la presión arterial. Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic con…

Aug 16, 2019 · 4 shares · 6,704 followers View post →
con H de heterótrofo
@NutriRebel · X

Dieta alta en proteínas no mejora el control glucémico y la presión arterial. Effects of high-protein diet on glycemic control, insulin resistance and blood pressure in type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/gPwvO0MpRP

Aug 16, 2019 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 5,946 followers View post →