Anthocyanin-rich Fruit Reduces Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

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Eating foods rich in anthocyanin, the antioxidant found in blueberries, may lower risk of developing type-2 diabetes. In a massive study on 70,359 women and 41,334 men, researchers found higher intakes of anthocyanin-rich foods were associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes.

So, which superfoods were particularly promising for preventing pressure? Blueberries, and the humble duo of apples and pears were the stand-out performers.

Before going supplement-happy, get fruity!

Reference: “Dietary flavonoid intakes and risk of type 2 diabetes in US men and women,” Wedick NM, Pan A, et al, Am J Clin Nutr, 2012 Apr; 95(4):925-33. (Address: Departments of Nutrition, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA. E-mail: nwedick@hsph.harvard.edu )