Researchers from the Illinois Institute of Technology (USA) looked at 48 people aged 20-60, overweight and at high risk of diabetes.
The authors compared the effects of mango consumption with a calorie-equivalent control food on inflammation and insulin sensitivity in overweight, prediabetic individuals.
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The results found that eating 1 medium-sized mango per day (equivalent to 2 cups of chopped mango, containing 100 calories) not only does not cause weight gain or increase the risk of diabetes, but on the contrary, it helps significantly reduce insulin resistance, improve the ability to regulate blood sugar and reduce the risk of diabetes, according to the science news site ScitechDaily .
After 4 weeks, those in the mango group also had significantly lower insulin levels than at the start of the study, while no changes were observed in the control group.
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“Glycemic control is not just about monitoring blood sugar levels, it’s also about improving insulin sensitivity,” said Dr. Indika Edirisinghe, professor of food science and nutrition at the Illinois Institute of Technology. “Our research suggests that adding mango to the diet may be a simple and enjoyable way for overweight or obese people to support better insulin function and reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes.”
Eating one medium-sized mango significantly reduces insulin resistance, improving the ability to regulate blood sugar levels
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The findings also showed that eating mangoes did not affect markers of inflammation and glucose levels, making them a heart-healthy snack. The results also showed that eating mangoes did not affect total cholesterol, bad cholesterol, good cholesterol, or triglyceride levels.
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Professor Edirisinghe said: Eating mangoes not only does not cause weight gain but also helps improve insulin sensitivity, which is remarkable - this refutes the notions about the natural sugar content of mangoes and its impact on obesity and diabetes, according to ScitechDaily.
This finding supports previous studies showing that eating mangoes does not lead to weight gain, Mr Edirisinghe added, adding that the unique effect of mangoes may be due to their antioxidant properties, which help control blood sugar levels.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/cac-nha-khoa-hoc-giai-oan-cho-xoai-ngot-185250311113606932.htm
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