Mediterranean Diet Lowers Risk of New-Onset Diabetes: A Nationwide Cohort Study in China (2024)

This cohort study investigates the impact of Mediterranean diet adherence (MDA) on new-onset diabetes among 12,575 Chinese adults without diabetes at baseline. Results show an inverse relationship between MDA score and diabetes incidence, with specific foods like fruits, fish, and nuts associated with lower diabetes risk. This study demonstrates the Mediterranean diet's potential to reduce diabetes risk in non-Mediterranean populations, emphasizing dietary adjustments as a preventive strategy for diabetes.