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Does eating meat really raise your risk of type 2 diabetes?

Red and processed meat, and even poultry, seem to raise the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a study of nearly 2 million adults, but not everyone is convinced

By Carissa Wong

20 August 2024

Red meat may be best enjoyed in moderation

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In the ever-evolving and confusing world of nutrition science, a new study has linked eating meat to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.

and in particular have been linked to type 2 diabetes before, . To get a better understanding of the situation, at the University of Cambridge and her colleagues have analysed a massive set of data, gauging the meat consumption of 1.97 million adults, mainly aged 40 to 60,…

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