India is home to 136 million adults with prediabetes and more than 101 million with diabetes, underscoring the urgent need for effective dietary interventions. The good news here is a recent research pertaining to Pistachios.
A groundbreaking study conducted by the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) has revealed that consuming a handful of roasted, unsalted pistachios (approximately 30g) before meals can significantly slow the progression to diabetes in individuals with prediabetes.
Sumit Saran, In-Country Market Representative, American Pistachio Growers said, “India is a growth market for American pistachios. India has no commercial production of pistachios. American pistachios are now easily available across the country with dry fruit and retailers and on major e-commerce platforms. They are packed and sold by multiple Indian brands. Consumers just have to search for California pistachios and choose the brand of their choice"
The study, titled “Effect of Premeal Pistachio Supplementation on Cardiometabolic Risk Factors among Asian Indian Adults with Prediabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial,” was recently published in The Journal of Nutrition. It was led by Dr. V. Mohan, Chairman, Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, in collaboration with other renowned researchers.
Dr. V. Mohan, said, “The 12-week clinical trial involving 120 prediabetic individuals, showed significant improvements in glycemic control, evidenced by reduced glycosylated hemoglobin levels and lower post-meal blood glucose levels when participants consumed 30g pistachios before breakfast and dinner. Additionally, they observed reductions in weight, 10% reduction in triglycerides and waist circumference, potentially preventing the onset of type 2 diabetes.”
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