Medical Bulletin 1/ April/ 2024

Does consuming grains help improve type 2 diabetes? In a recent review and meta-analysis published in the journal Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases, researchers reviewed and examined available literature investigating the health outcomes of 'ancient' grains, including oats, brown rice, buckwheat, chia, and others. Diabetes mellitus, characterized by high blood sugar levels, has seen a dramatic global prevalence increase, projected to exceed 700 million by 2045. Alongside medical treatments, dietary changes are key in managing the condition. Ancient cereals, untouched …