Which of the following is not a risk factor for the development of diabetes mellitus?: (A) Sedentary life style, (B) Protein energy malnutrition in infancy, (C) Excessive intake of alcohol, (D) High intake of vitamin A
Answer is D. Common environmental risk factors for Diabetes: 1. Sedentary lifestyle2. Diet: High saturated fat intake 3. Malnutrition: Malnutrition (PEM) in early infancy and childhood may result in paial failure of beta cell function.4. Excessive alcohol intakeRef: Park; 23rd ed; Pg 394