Flavor and Wellness

Type 2 Diabetes

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Microscopic view of healthy gut bacteria and a symbolic representation of a balanced human body, illustrating the Gut Microbial Health Index.
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What is the Gut Microbial Health Index?

A 2023 study found that individuals with a Gut Microbial Health Index (GMHI) in the top quartile had a 30% lower risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes over five years, according to Lancet Diabetes & Endo

Chloe Bennett·August 24, 2026
Visual representation of metabolic health contrasted with body mass index, highlighting internal wellness over external appearance.
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What is Metabolic Health and Why Does It Matter Beyond BMI?

In Poland, nearly 40% of men and a third of women received a metabolic syndrome diagnosis in 2014.

Chloe Bennett·July 31, 2026
A person eating a healthy soy-based meal, symbolizing the protective benefits of soy isoflavones against type 2 diabetes.
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Soy isoflavones lower type 2 diabetes risk, study finds

In a recent prospective cohort study, over 1,000 participants received a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes, yet those who consistently consumed higher amounts of soy isoflavones showed a significantly

Isabella Cortez·June 21, 2026
Microscopic view of blood molecules showing glowing pathways, representing the metabolic signature that predicts future type 2 diabetes risk.
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Metabolic Signature Predicts Future Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Scientists can now identify 44 specific molecules in your blood that predict your future risk of type 2 diabetes, even if you currently appear healthy.

Isabella Cortez·June 2, 2026
Diverse group of postmenopausal women actively participating in healthy lifestyle choices, symbolizing reduced diabetes risk.
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Heart-healthy habits cut diabetes risk for postmenopausal women

Women who consistently followed eight heart-healthy habits slashed their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 57% over three decades.

Lauren Fisk·May 27, 2026