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Trans Fats and Diabetes in Women

It is too early to say that trans fat causes diabetes, but a new study shows that women who consume more trans fat have a higher risk of the disease.

Cholesterol-rich foods were also linked to a higher risk, while polyunsaturated fats (which are found largely in vegetable and fish oils) seem to protect against diabetes.

One possible explanation:
Cell membranes rich in polys may do a better job of admitting insulin from the bloodstream into the cells.