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Popular food group linked to doubled type 2 diabetes risk in 200,000-person study

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July 12, 2026

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Popular food group linked to doubled type 2 diabetes risk in 200,000-person study

Scientists at the University of Southern California have uncovered a surprising link between high protein intake and accelerated ageing - with new research suggesting that cutting back on one specific amino acid, rather than calories, could be the key to a longer, healthier life.The study, published in Cell Metabolism, found that a modified Mediterranean-style diet with carefully calibrated levels of methionine - an amino acid found in eggs, meat and dairy - helped extend healthspan in mice, while separate data from over 200,000 people linked high animal protein consumption to double the risk of type 2 diabetes.Elderly mice following this longevity diet demonstrated notable improvements across several health markers.The animals experienced an extended healthspan, shed body fat, and exhibited fewer indicators of age-related frailty compared to those on alternative eating regimens. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The dietary approach appeared to deliver sufficient but modest quantities of methionine alongside other essential amino acids, according to senior author Valter Longo.Longo's team tested their hypothesis by feeding 20-month-old mice one of four distinct dietary regimens.These included a standard diet, a Western-style plan rich in fats and sugars, a low-carbohydrate ketogenic approach, and the low-protein longevity diet supplemented with methionine.The mice consuming the modified Mediterranean diet consistently outperformed all other groups.Perhaps most remarkably, these animals actually consumed greater quantities of food than their counterparts on alternative diets.Despite taking in equivalent calories to the other groups, they nonetheless reduced their body fat while preserving lean muscle tissue.These metabolic advantages only materialised when methionine was maintained at levels that were low yet adequate.LATEST DEVELOPMENTSThree 'supposedly healthy' breakfast staples quietly pushing up your blood pressureMum describes heartbreak as son who 'never cried' diagnosed with childhood dementiaWarning issued over type 2 diabetes symptoms at night that are 'easy to explain away'The researchers also identified elevated levels of GLP-1 and other metabolic signalling molecules in mice fed the longevity diet.The research team bolstered their animal findings with an examination of dietary and health records from over 200,000 individuals.This analysis, conducted jointly by investigators from USC, the University of Toronto and Harvard University, revealed striking patterns among human participants.Those who adhered to predominantly plant-based eating habits displayed markedly lower rates of obesity.The data proved even more compelling regarding metabolic disease.Individuals consuming the highest quantities of animal protein faced double the risk of developing type 2 diabetes when compared with those eating minimal or no animal-derived foods.Intriguingly, these disparities persisted despite the high animal protein group generally consuming fewer calories overall.Those same participants also tended to follow otherwise healthier dietary patterns, yet still experienced worse metabolic outcomes.Maura Fanti, the study's first author and a research associate at USC Leonard Davis, expressed surprise at the potency of a single amino acid adjustment. We expected different diets to produce different outcomes, but what really impressed us was how modulating just a single amino acid, methionine, in the longevity diet could produce such dramatic metabolic changes, she said. It points to the idea that amino acid composition, not just overall protein quantity, may be the target of strategic metabolic interventions.Longo noted that the findings challenge conventional wisdom about weight management. This challenges the dogma that calorie reduction is necessary to lose weight, he observed.The research team intends to conduct controlled clinical trials in humans to verify whether comparable benefits emerge.The study disclosed that Longo holds an equity interest in L-Nutra, a medical foods company. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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· Jun 23, 2026

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· Jun 30, 2026

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· Jun 24, 2026

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· Apr 10, 2024

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The Suburban

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· Jun 21, 2026

Suzanne Reisler Litwin: Showing up … for the Breakthrough T1D Walk to cure type 1 diabetes

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· Jun 23, 2026

ENDO 2026 Study Finds Most People Who Stop Ozempic or Tirzepatide for Type 2 Diabetes Eventually Restart Treatment

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· Jul 3, 2026

Takeaways and beers: Experts discover the lifestyle choices that trigger most dangerous form of bowel cancer

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Quartz

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· Jul 2, 2026

FDA upgraded Utz's Zapp's and Dirty chip recall to its highest salmonella risk level

The Class I designation means there is a reasonable probability that consuming the affected products could cause serious adverse health consequences or death

NDTV

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· Jun 27, 2026

GLP-1 Debate: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Warns Of Long-Term Risks As Nithin Kamath Flags Weak

Biocon's executive chairperson says lifestyle changes should remain the first choice, while Zerodha's founder says generic GLP-1 uptake has lagged despite lower prices.

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 3, 2026

Hospital food: Coeliac patient repeatedly given gluten meals after stroke

Hospital food: Coeliac patient repeatedly given gluten meals after stroke

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 1, 2026

Nutrition apps promote healthier habits, but gamification comes with risks

Nutrition apps promote healthier habits, but gamification comes with risks

Tehran Times

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· Jun 26, 2026

Laboratorium. Revolution in nutrition

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Vogue

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· Jun 23, 2026

8 Probiotic Foods Recommended by a Nutritionist to Support Gut Health

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Ben Greenfield Life – Health, Diet, Fitness, Family & Faith

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· Jan 8, 2026

Heart Hacks, Diet Myths Debunked & Straight Talk About Custom Nutrition with Dylan Gemelli

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The korea Herald News

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· Jun 25, 2026

Red meat may not raise cancer risk for Koreans, study suggests

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One Green Planet

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· Jun 23, 2026

5 Easy Ways to Incorporate Anti-Inflammatory Foods in Your Diet

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Scientific American

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· Jun 25, 2026

Weight loss drugs don't work for everyone—here’s why

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BOL News

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· Jun 24, 2026

Sugary drinks in childhood may raise hypertension risk later in life

The research, conducted by the American Heart Association, followed more than 25,000 Americans. The post Sugary drinks in childhood may raise hypertension risk later in life appeared first on BOL News.

Toronto Sun

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· Jun 21, 2026

More can be done to tackle ‘abhorrent’ food bank usage rate: Daily Bread CEO

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UrduPoint

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· Jun 23, 2026

866m people fall ill, 1.52m die globally after eating contaminated food: experts

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Daily Sabah

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· Jun 24, 2026

Yeşilay study spotlights early alcohol use, health risks in Türkiye

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Global News

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· Jun 30, 2026

Canada approves 1st generic semaglutide shot for weight loss

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Perfect Health Diet

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· Dec 12, 2018

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Daily Mail

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· Jun 21, 2026

When doctors told me I had diabetes I didn't realise they'd missed the sinister true cause of my symptoms. Many people only live for four months after they find out the truth - here's what you MUST know to look for

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The i Paper

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· Jun 26, 2026

I’m a doctor, this is why ice cream is good for you

Discussions about food often fall into two camps: absolutely healthy or absolutely unhealthy

Kaiser Health

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· Jun 26, 2026

Trouble Getting Weight Loss Drugs Covered by Insurance? Here’s What To Know

If your doctor prescribes a GLP-1 medication for weight loss but your insurance won’t cover it, you have options.

ABC7 New York

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· Jun 26, 2026

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The Hill

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· Jun 28, 2026

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Brisbane Times

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· Jun 24, 2026

The ‘accelerated’ Sydney suburbs which are hot spots for junk food

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L.A. Times - Health

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· Jul 2, 2026

Contributor: Alcohol should be stigmatized like smoking

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Euro Weekly News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Flavours by the sea: 35 years of homemade cooking at The Sands Bistro, Torrevieja

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Irish Mirror

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· Jul 3, 2026

Experts say suddenly craving 3 foods 'could be early sign of dementia'

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Gizmodo

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· Jun 30, 2026

Americans Are in the Dark About the Dangers of Hot Dogs, Survey Finds

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