TUMS Q&A: Nutrition in Diabetes
Dr. Leila Azadbakht, a professor at the School of Nutrition Sciences and Dietetics at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, provided explanations regarding nutrition in diabetes. Dr. Azadbakht stated that individuals with type 2 diabetes can reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease by following an appropriate diet. She further explained that consuming complex carbohydrates (such as whole grains), fiber, and healthy fats (such as olive oil and canola oil), while limiting the intake of saturated and trans fats, helps control blood sugar and improve heart health. This research was conducted at the School of Nutrition Sciences and Dietetics and the Diabetes Research Center of the Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Institute at Tehran University of Medical Sciences.

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