Although Type 1 diabetes usually develops in children or young adults, it can occur at any age. In Type 2 diabetes, your body produces insulin but not enough convert food into energy. Type 2 diabetes usually occurs in people who are over 40 years old, are overweight, and have a family history of diabetes.
Diabetes can occur in anyone.
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