43% higher diabetes risk in those exposed to famine in early life
Early life famine exposure significantly elevates Type 2 diabetes risk by 43%, a meta-analysis reveals. This risk climbs to 47% in recent studies, particularly for prolonged or severe famine and women. Critical developmental stages like fetal and adolescent periods are identified as vulnerable, underscoring the need for robust maternal and child nutrition programs and food security initiatives.
Early life famine exposure significantly elevates Type 2 diabetes risk by 43%, a meta-analysis reveals. This risk climbs to 47% in recent studies, particularly for prolonged or severe famine and women. Critical developmental stages like fetal and adolescent periods are identified as vulnerable, underscoring the need for robust maternal and child nutrition programs and food security initiatives.
