Scientists found a smarter Mediterranean diet that slashes diabetes risk by 31%
A new study has shown that a modified Mediterranean diet can significantly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Participants who followed a calorie-reduced version of the diet, combined with exercise and professional support, experienced a 31% lower risk of developing the disease. This research highlights the potential of lifestyle changes in preventing diabetes among at-risk populations.
- ▪The study involved 4,746 adults aged 55 to 75 with overweight or obesity and metabolic syndrome.
- ▪Participants in the intervention group lost an average of 3.3 kg and reduced waist circumference by 3.6 cm.
- ▪The program is estimated to prevent about three cases of type 2 diabetes for every 100 participants.
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| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 03:02:22 EDT |
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Science News from research organizations Scientists found a smarter Mediterranean diet that slashes diabetes risk by 31% A revamped Mediterranean diet with exercise and modest weight loss slashed type 2 diabetes risk by 31% in a major long-term study. Date: May 19, 2026 Source: Universidad de Navarra Summary: A large European study revealed that a lower-calorie Mediterranean diet paired with exercise and coaching dramatically reduced the risk of type 2 diabetes. Participants who made these lifestyle changes were 31% less likely to develop the disease over six years. They also lost more weight and trimmed their waistlines compared to those following a standard Mediterranean diet alone.
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