People who consume one or two standard alcoholic drinks per day approximately 30% less likely develop type 2 diabetes than people who don't drink at all. The risk reduction is the same whether a person has one or two drinks.

Caution: Drinking m0re than three alcoholic beverages a day raises diabetes risk. Ask your doctor if daily alcohol is right for you.

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