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What causes diabetes 2?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

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Not sure: Genetics we know has a big role do does obesity. So keep a healthy diet low in carbs, keep within ideal weight for height(bmi) and exercise regularly!

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Answered 9/30/2019

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