Understanding the Link Between Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes
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Obesity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes due to excess body fat leading to insulin resistance. This forces the pancreas to produce more insulin until it becomes unable to maintain normal blood sugar levels, resulting in elevated blood sugar and contributing to type 2 diabetes.
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common.faqs Obesity: A condition characterized by excessive body fat that increases the risk of health problems.
Insulin: A hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.
Pancreas: An organ that produces insulin.
Insulin resistance: A condition where the body’s cells do not respond properly to insulin.
Type 2 diabetes: A chronic condition affecting the way the body processes blood sugar.