Just eating only two of 'these' every day... increases the risk of diabetes by 15%?

Oh... I bought sliced ham when I made the sandwich.

It's not very often, but I often eat ham as a side dish in daily life...

They say it increases the risk of diabetes.. I should reduce it little by little ㅠㅠ

Don't eat too often.. eat a little at a time~

 

 

Research findings reveal that eating just two slices of ham daily increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 15%, drawing attention. Experts advise that to reduce the risk of diabetes, it is beneficial to consume vegetables, fruits, nuts, and beans, and to engage in regular physical activity.

According to The Guardian, a British daily newspaper, on the 20th (local time), a meta-analysis of existing studies involving 1.97 million adults worldwide, led by the University of Cambridge, revealed these findings.

The Cambridge University research team found that habitually consuming 50 grams of processed meat, equivalent to two slices of ham, daily is associated with a 15% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes over the next 10 years.

Consuming 100 grams of unprocessed red meat, equivalent to a small steak portion, daily increased the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 10% over the same period.

Habitually consuming 100 grams of poultry per day increased the risk of disease occurrence by 8%.

The research team stated in a paper published in the Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology that "diet management, including limiting ham consumption, is essential to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes."

Over 400 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, which is known to be a leading cause of blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, strokes, and limb amputations.

Professor Nita Foruhi of the University of Cambridge, the lead author of this study, stated, "This research demonstrates how processed meats and unprocessed red meats are associated with type 2 diabetes," and "The findings support recommendations to limit the consumption of processed meats and unprocessed red meats to reduce cases of type 2 diabetes."

Regarding this study, The Guardian added, "It is already known that consuming processed meats or red meat increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but it has been revealed that ham is particularly the most dangerous food."

Meanwhile, Dr. Duwan Meller from Aston University in the UK, who did not participate in this study, said, "The message to consume meat in moderation aligns with guidelines to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes through a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts, and legumes," and advised, "To minimize the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, it should be accompanied by regular physical activity."

 

<Source: Herald Economy>