Association between Dietary Habits and Metabolic Parameters in Type 2 Diabetic Patients

초록

Medical Nutritional therapy is a key component for managing diabetes. The aim of this study was to assess the association between dietary habits and metabolic parameters in Korean type 2 diabetic patients who have different dietary habits from those of western countries. 2,865 type 2 diabetic patients from the Korean National Diabetes Program (KNDP) cohort who completed a dietary habit questionnaire and clinical evaluation from March, 2006 to July, 2009 were included in this study. Dietary intake was assessed using a 24 hour dietary recall method and anthropometric data and biochemical data were collected. Dietary habits seem to be associated with lower body weight and improved glycemic control in type 2 diabetic patients. The causality of this association needs to be further assessed.