How British colonialism increased diabetes in south Asians

Published: 12 October 2023
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People of south Asian origin today are between four and six times more likely to get type 2 diabetes than white people.
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While the role of diet and lifestyle has been explored, it’s only recently that the impact of the disproportionate number of famines under British colonial rule has been uncovered. Neelam Tailor looks into the history of famines during the British Raj and their lasting impact on south Asian genes.

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