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Daily Mango Boosts Insulin Sensitivity in Prediabetic Adults

10/3/2025

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A study led by Raedeh Basiri at George Mason University examined mango consumption in adults aged 50-70 with prediabetes for 24 weeks.
Participants who ate one mango daily had lower fasting glucose (107.0 mg/dL) than the calorie-matched granola bar control (125.3 mg/dL).
The trial enrolled 24 participants, 23 completed; the mango group showed improved insulin sensitivity and body composition.

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Story summary

A study led by Raedeh Basiri at George Mason University examined mango consumption in adults aged 50-70 with prediabetes for 24 weeks.
Participants who ate one mango daily had lower fasting glucose (107.0 mg/dL) than the calorie-matched granola bar control (125.3 mg/dL).
The trial enrolled 24 participants, 23 completed; the mango group showed improved insulin sensitivity and body composition.