Vegan diets help lower weight and manage diabetes


By AGENCY

Veganism isn’t just about ethics; research shows it has real effects in helping to reduce body weight and lowering blood sugar levels for people with diabetes. — dpa

Vegan diets can help overweight people or those with type 2 diabetes shed kilos and lower blood sugar levels, according to a new study.

Experts presented evidence at the 2022 European Congress on Obesity in Maastricht, Netherlands, showing that adhering to a vegan diet for at least 12 weeks could boost weight loss and improve blood sugar control.

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