Dr. Gulnara Zakirova, an endocrinologist, explained that eating two pieces of chocolate a day does not cause the development of type 2 diabetes, as the disease develops gradually as a result of a range of factors.
The doctor said that genetic predisposition and lifestyle play a major role in the development of type 2 diabetes, not just eating two pieces of chocolate a day.
She emphasized that the common belief that sweets alone cause diabetes is incorrect, noting that the disease develops gradually as a result of a combination of genetic factors and lifestyle. While consuming two pieces of chocolate might affect blood sugar levels or contribute to weight gain, a single serving of sweets at breakfast or lunch does not cause the disease.
She added: "If the diet is balanced, and the person is active and monitors their weight, there is no need to worry about this."
