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Statins Increase Diabetes Risk by 38%

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked

statins increase diabetes risk

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  • Data from one study showed people taking statin medications have a 38% increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Scientists have identified several factors that may play a part in elevating risk, including impaired insulin sensitivity and the impact on epigenetics that influence insulin traits
 

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