One Blood Type Appears to Carry Higher Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
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A new study has found a link between blood type B and type 2 diabetes. According to the research, people with blood type B had a 28% higher risk of diabetes. However, this is considered a possible association, not a cause. Some research has suggested a possible role for the gut microbiome, but more studies are needed on this topic.
One Blood Type Appears to Carry Higher Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Depending on your blood type, it's possible you could carry a higher diabetes risk, research suggests. According to a 2024 review, people with blood type B – either positive or negative – face a slightly higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes than people with non-B blood types. How much higher? About 28 percent, on average. That might not seem huge, but it may be significant enough to tip the scales if other risk factors are involved. "Numero…
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