The correlation between Obesity and Diabetes
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Obesity, especially excess fat around the abdomen, is a leading risk factor for type 2 diabetes as it makes the body's cells resistant to insulin, which regulates blood sugar. This leads the pancreas to produce more insulin, but eventually, it can't keep up, resulting in high blood sugar. This condition, called insulin resistance, is a crucial step in developing type 2 diabetes.
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common.faqs Obesity: Excess body fat that increases the risk of health problems.
Insulin: A hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.
Insulin resistance: A condition where the body's cells don't respond properly to insulin, leading to high blood sugar.
Type 2 diabetes: A chronic condition affecting how the body metabolizes sugar.