Plant protein may protect against type 2 diabetes, meat eaters at greater risk

A new study from the University of Eastern Finland adds to the growing body of evidence indicating that the source of dietary protein may play a role in the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The researchers found that plant protein was associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, while persons with a diet rich in meat had a higher risk. The findings were published in the British Journal of Nutrition. Earlier research has linked a high overall intake of protein and animal protein – and eating plenty of processed red meat in particular – with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. However,