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Q: What are the reasons that many Americans are at risk for heart disease and type-2 diabetes?
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Adults with diabetes are 2-4 times more likely to have heart disease than adults without. High blood sugar increases the risk for heart attack and coronary artery disease. Specifically, adults with type 2 diabetes typically have high blood pressure and suffer from obesity, increasing their risk of heart disease issues.


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