Effect of tree nuts on glycemic control in diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled dietary trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Tree nut consumption has been associated with reduced diabetes risk, however, results from randomized trials on glycemic control have been inconsistent.

Objective

To provide better evidence for diabetes guidelines development, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials to assess the effects of tree nuts on markers of glycemic control in individuals with diabetes.

Data sources

MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, and Cochrane databases through 6 April 2014.

Study selection

Randomized controlled trials ≥3 weeks conducted in individuals with diabetes that compare the effect of diets emphasizing tree nuts to isocaloric diets without tree nuts on HbA1c, fasting glucose, fasting insulin, and HOMA-IR.

Data extraction and synth

SUBMITTER: Viguiliouk E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4116170 | biostudies-literature | 2014

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature