A study has been published by the Harvard School of Public Health claiming that the consumption of white rice has a positive correlation with the risk of getting type 2 diabetes. The study that was written about focused on determining if there was a relationship between the amount of white rice consumed, and the increased risk of type 2 diabetes. The study used samples from China, Japan, USA, and Australia. All who were included in the sample did not have diabetes at the onset.
The results displayed a significant trend found in all countries, with stronger trends in women. Those who wrote the articles believed that “the risk of type 2 diabetes is increased by 10% with each increased serving of white rice (assuming 158g per serving).” Also, due to the fact that the Asian population tends to eat more white rice than others, they are thought to have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes also. The article suggests eating more whole grains, like brown rice, rather than white rice which is just refined carbohydrates. Taking this precaution could help to reduce the risk of diabetes around the world.
