India, May 20 -- - A secondary analysis of the landmark Habitual Diet and Avocado Trial (HAT) has found that daily consumption of fresh avocados significantly reduces dietary glycemic load (GL), a key measure of how the quantity and quality of carbohydrates in the diet affect blood sugar levels. Lower-GL diets have long been associated with improved blood sugar control and a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes and other cardiometabolic conditions.

The findings offer encouraging evidence that adding just one nutrient-dense food to the diet can deliver meaningful health benefits. Researchers say this simple dietary adjustment could provide a practical and sustainable way to support healthier living, even during busy periods such as summer.

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