Cruciferous veggies help control blood sugar
New evidence shows cruciferous vegetables can help control blood sugar levels, benefiting those with type 2 diabetes.
Why it matters
- Cruciferous vegetables may help control blood sugar levels.
- Beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes or at risk.
By the numbers
- Study involved 18 participants, average age 68.
- Daily intake: 4 serves of cruciferous or root vegetables for 2 weeks.
- Result: less variable blood sugar levels with cruciferous vegetables.
The big picture
- Cruciferous vegetables offer broad health benefits.
- Globally, 541 million people have poor glycemic control.
What they're saying
- Personal anecdotes allowed in specific comment section.
- Link to peer-reviewed journal article provided.
Caveats
- Small study size limits generalizability.
- Exact mechanism of blood sugar regulation unclear.
What’s next
- More research needed on dietary recommendations.
- Further investigation into underlying mechanisms.