The Role of Pulses in Cardiovascular Disease Risk for Adults With Diabetes.

ABSTRACT: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death among adults while associated comorbidities like diabetes further increase risks of CVD-related complications and mortality. Strategies to prevent and manage CVD risk, such as dietary change, are a key component for CVD and diabetes prevention and management. Pulses, defined as the dried edible seeds of plants in the legume family, have received attention for their superior nutritional composition as high-fiber, low-glycemic index foods and have been studied for their potential to reduce CVD and diabetes risk. Both observational and experimental studies conducted among adults with and without diabetes have provided support for pulses in their ability to improve lipid profiles, glycemic control, and blood pressure, all of which are ma

SUBMITTER: Lukus PK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7566181 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature