Robust methods are needed to investigate association between white rice consumption and type 2 diabetes

Increased risk of insulin resistance in rat offsprings exposed prenatally to white rice

“…Despite the fact that Kempner et al used WR as part of dietary therapy for metabolic conditions , fruits, and vegetables in his diet may have offset the negative effects of WR . In fact, recently the debate over links between WR and diabetes was reignited . Based on the present findings and evidence available, encouraging less intake of WR may be a cost effective strategy to reduce the burden of diabetes especially in rice‐consuming countries.…”