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Daily Avocado and Mango Consumption Improves Blood Vessel Function in Prediabetic Adults, Study Finds
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What Happened?
A study found that eating one avocado and a cup of mango daily for eight weeks improved blood vessel function in 82 adults with prediabetes, without affecting their weight.
Key points
- The study involved 82 adults with prediabetes, aged around 45.
- Participants were divided into two groups: one consumed avocado and mango, while the other had a control diet.
- Blood vessel function improved by 6.7% in the fruit group, compared to a decline in the control group.
- Men in the fruit group saw a 1.9 mmHg reduction in central diastolic blood pressure.
- No significant changes were observed in cholesterol or blood sugar levels.
Key insights
- The combination of avocado and mango may provide unique health benefits not seen with either fruit alone.
- Improved blood vessel function could lead to better cardiovascular health over time.
- The study challenges the notion that fruit consumption necessarily leads to weight gain.
Why it matters
This study highlights the potential cardiovascular benefits of incorporating fruits like avocado and mango into the diet for individuals with prediabetes.
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Illinois Institute of Technology· OrganizationJournal of the American Heart Association· Organization
Source
Times of India
