2023-10-01 02:55:43
▲ Research has shown that increased intake of refined carbohydrates may lead to greater weight gain in middle age. (Photo = DB)
[메디컬투데이=조민규 기자] Increased consumption of refined carbohydrates may lead to greater weight gain in middle age, a study has found.
A study published in the journal BMJ found that increased intake of refined carbohydrates from refined grains, high-starch vegetables, and sugar-containing beverages may lead to greater weight gain in middle age.
Refined carbohydrates are sugar chunks made by refining carbohydrates to remove the fiber. Noodles, bread, white rice cakes, sugar, honey, caramel, etc. are known as refined carbohydrates.
It is known that consumption of refined carbohydrates can lead to excessive secretion of insulin, carbohydrate addiction, and accumulation of visceral fat, leading to diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and myocardial infarction. It is known that you can reduce your intake of refined carbohydrates by consuming mainly whole grains, raw vegetables, and non-sweet fruits.
The researchers analyzed data from 136,432 men and women under the age of 65 registered in the Nurses’ Health Study. At the time of registration, participants had no health problems such as diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, or neurodegenerative disease.
The researchers followed the participants for regarding 25 years and collected information regarding them through questionnaires every two to four years. The study found that participants gained 3 pounds every four years, or regarding 19 pounds over the study period. In particular, they noted that this association with weight gain was stronger in women and overweight people.
The researchers concluded that increased consumption of refined carbohydrates led to greater weight gain throughout middle age.
Medical Today Reporter Jo Min-gyu ([email protected])
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