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Vegan Diet Cuts Insulin Costs and Boosts Health for Diabetics

10/22/2025

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A recent study found that a low-fat vegan diet reduced daily insulin dose by 28% (12.1 units) and insulin costs by 27% ($1.08 per day) for people with type 1 diabetes.
Participants on a portion-controlled diet showed no significant change.
The vegan group lost an average of 11 pounds and improved insulin sensitivity, glycemic control, cholesterol, and kidney function.
Insulin prices in the United States have tripled over the past decade.

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Story summary

A recent study found that a low-fat vegan diet reduced daily insulin dose by 28% (12.1 units) and insulin costs by 27% ($1.08 per day) for people with type 1 diabetes.
Participants on a portion-controlled diet showed no significant change.
The vegan group lost an average of 11 pounds and improved insulin sensitivity, glycemic control, cholesterol, and kidney function.
Insulin prices in the United States have tripled over the past decade.