Shorter people run higher risk of diabetes: study

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Insulin sensitivity and the functioning of special cells in the pancreas that secrete the hormone are reportedly better in taller people.

Shorter people are at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a study published Tuesday.

The greater health risk in shorter individuals is likely linked to higher liver fat content, and a larger number of risk factors for heart disease, stroke and diabetes, the authors speculated.

 

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