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Old 23rd Feb 2003, 18:14
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FD is right -- there is no direct link.

However, in genetically susceptible populations, such as the Gilbert Islanders from the South West pacific, the Nauruans or the Solomon Islanders to a lesser extent, the introduction of the 'Western' diet -- i.e. high in naughty fats and refined sugar -- leads to a dramatic incidence of diabetes in a population where it was previously unknown.

Personally, I think that if you do eat crap for your whole life it will rebound on you and there is evidence to support that. Like FD says, though, moderation...

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