This review highlights dietary strategies to prevent type 2 diabetes and obesity, suggesting functional foods may enhance insulin sensitivity and metabolic health.
Key Points
Functional foods significantly improve insulin sensitivity and balance gut microbiota, lowering the risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Evidence shows high-protein products, dietary fiber, and low glycemic index components can enhance satiety and blood sugar control.
Assessment of ingredient engineering and fermentation techniques indicates improved efficacy of functional foods in metabolic health.
Challenges remain in ensuring ingredient stability and consumer acceptance, underlining the need for ongoing research and education.