Height Influences Risk of Major Non-Communicable Diseases (IMAGE)

Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZD

Height Influences Risk of Major Non-Communicable Diseases

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This infographic shoes that tall people have a lower risk for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes, but a higher risk of cancer due to dietary and interacting factors such as genetics and stress.

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©N. Stefan/DZD

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