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Soy Protein in Diabetes
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There are 18 million Americans with diabetes mellitus. Nearly 90%
of these individuals are classified and having type 2 diabetes.
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Soybeans have a low glycemic index and in this manner have been
shown to improve blood glucose control.
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Soybeans are high in fiber which may also help in the control of
blood glucose levels.
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Soy may help to prevent the onset of coronary heart disease by
decreasing both total and LDL-cholesterol (often called the "bad" cholesterol).
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A vegetarian diet has been shown to decrease the workload of the
kidney and may help to prevent and treat diabetic kidney disease.
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