22 Aug 2024 • A large-scale meta-analysis of nearly 2 million adults across global cohorts reveals a significant association between meat consumption and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.

The study, which harmonized data across diverse populations, found that consuming 100 g/day of unprocessed red meat increases diabetes risk by 10%, 50 g/day of processed meat by 15%, and 100 g/day of poultry by 8%.

The findings were consistent across various populations, suggesting that reducing meat consumption, especially processed meats, could be crucial in lowering diabetes incidence and should be reflected in dietary guidelines worldwide.

Source: Lancet | Read full story