A Compound in Avocados May Reduce Type 2 Diabetes

A Compound in Avocados May Reduce Type 2 Diabetes

Avocados aren’t merely a tasty addition to a diet — they contain a fat molecule that may safely reduce 

insulin resistance. A study by researchers from the University of Guelph, in Canada, suggests that this compound, which avocados alone contain, may forestall or prevent the hallmark of type 2 diabetes in mice. The team also tested the safety of this compound in human participants. They have published a summary of their findings in the journal Molecular Nutrition & Food Research. Full the full article on Medical News Today here.

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