Adherence
Living in an urban residence is associated with a significantly higher risk and prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) compared to living in a rural residence.
If you live in an urban area, be aware that your environment may be promoting behaviors that increase your risk of type 2 diabetes, such as less physical activity and more processed food consumption. You may need to be more intentional about your diet and exercise habits to counteract these environmental factors.
Living in an urban residence was associated with higher T2DM risk/prevalence (n = 19, odds ratio (OR) = 1.40; 95% CI, 1.2–1.6; I2 = 83%) compared to living in a rural residence.
Why this rating
Based on a systematic review and meta-analysis of 19 studies with moderate-to-strong quality ratings, though heterogeneity (I2=83%) is high.
Source
Built environmental characteristics and diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Nicolette R. den Braver et al. · BMC Medicine · 2018
DOI 10.1186/s12916-017-0997-z
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