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Brittannie Chester1, Jeganathan Ramesh Babu1,2,3, Michael W Greene1,2,3
1Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Hospitality Management, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama.
Abstract:
Type 2 diabetes can be managed with the use of diabetes self-management skills. Diet and exercise are essential segments of the lifestyle changes necessary for diabetes management. However, diet recommendations can be complicated in a world full of different diets. This review aims to evaluate the evidence on the effects of three popular diets geared towards diabetes management: low-carbohydrate and ketogenic diet, vegan diet, and the Mediterranean diet. While all three diets have been shown to assist in improving glycaemic control and weight loss, patient adherence, acceptability, and long-term manageability play essential roles in the efficacy of each diet.
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