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Nicotine may increase diabetes complications

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By ABC7
Monday, March 28, 2011
March 28, 2011

Researchers from California State Polytechnic University have found that nicotine raises blood sugar levels.

High blood sugar levels are linked to eye and kidney disease, along with other complications from diabetes.

Scientists also suggest diabetics limit their use of nicotine patches and other replacement products.

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