High genetic risk scores for impaired insulin secretory capacity doubles the risk for type 2 diabetes in Asians and is exacerbated by Western ‐type diets

ConclusionSeventy‐two percent of the Korean population had either medium or high genetic risk scores for impaired insulin secretion, which approximately doubled their risk of type 2 diabetes, and the risk was exacerbated by consuming a low carbohydrate Western‐style diets.

Source: Diabetes/Metabolism Research and Reviews - September 1, 2017 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Da Sol Kim, Byoung Chul Kim, James W. Daily, Sunmin Park Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research