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A member asked:

Could a diet really high in sugar cause me to be at a much greater risk of diabetes?

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Yes: Plus - continuing deterioration of health to the point of loss of body functions. I know a man that was so bad (could not even walk), the doctors told him he had 3 months to live. On his own, he decided to give up soft drinks. That was 7 years ago and now he is healthy with no walking problems.

Answered 3/3/2018

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