Eating processed meat is linked to a higher chance of getting type 2 diabetes in American Indian adults, and while being overweight plays a role, there's still a connection even after accounting for weight — meaning other factors are also involved.

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Associations of processed meat and unprocessed red meat intake with incident diabetes: the Strong Heart Family Study.

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The study found that eating more processed meat, like spam, is linked to a higher chance of getting diabetes in American Indian adults, even after accounting for body weight. This means the risk isn't just because of obesity.

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Associations of processed meat and unprocessed red meat intake with incident diabetes: the Strong Heart Family Study.

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DOI: 10.3945/ajcn.111.029942

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