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I eat crazy amounts of sweets. so is it possible to get diabetes from this?

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Diabetes Risk: It certainly doesn't help your odds. There are many factors involved, though. It is best to maintain a normal weight, exercise, avoid high-glycemic loads, and have a physical with labs with your doctor.

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Answered 9/29/2016

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