August 20, 2010 — Eating green leafy vegetables may lower the risk for type 2 diabetes, according to the results of a systematic review and meta-analysis reported in the August 20 issue of the BMJ.

Kale’s popularity has a lot to do with its nutrients. This leafy vegetable is known for its high concentration of beneficial plant compounds, including glucosinolates, flavonoids, carotenoids ...

The results reveal that eating one and a half extra servings of green leafy vegetables a day reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes by 14 per cent. However, eating more fruit and vegetables combined ...

Eating more green leafy vegetables can significantly reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, finds research published today on bmj.com.. The authors, led by Patrice Carter at the University ...