Mediterranean diet and diabetic microvascular complications: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Diabetic microvascular complications, including diabetic retinopathy (DR), diabetic nephropathy (DN), and diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), contribute significantly to morbidity and healthcare burdens among individuals with diabetes. The Mediterranean diet (MD) has been associated with improved metabolic health, but its role in mitigating microvascular complications remains unclear. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the impact of MD adherence on the risk and progression of these complications.

Methods

A comprehensive search of PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and Scopus was conducted through February 12, 2025 to identify studies evaluating MD adherence and diabetic microvascular complications. Meta-analysis was performed where possible, w

SUBMITTER: Zooravar D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11963465 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature