Study Reveals Certain 'Healthy' Foods May Increase Type 1 Diabetes Risk in Children
Research from Finland links oats, rye, and some fruits to higher diabetes risk, while berries and cruciferous vegetables offer protection.
- Researchers followed 5,674 genetically predisposed children from birth to age six.
- Higher consumption of oats, rye, bananas, and fermented dairy products was linked to increased diabetes risk.
- Berries like strawberries, blueberries, and lingonberries were found to lower the risk of type 1 diabetes.
- Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower also showed protective effects.
- Experts caution that the findings are preliminary and further research is needed before making dietary recommendations.