Why is diabetes so high in Hawaii?

Income, physical activity, and obesity were the strongest predictors of diabetes. NHOPIs and Filipinos have higher rates of diabetes compared with other races/ethnicities in Hawai'i. More research is needed to reduce diabetes disparities among NHOPI and Filipino populations in Hawai'i.



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Other Reasons Why Hawaii is the Healthiest State They also show regularly spending time by the ocean has a positive effect on the brain. Not only that, but simply being in the ocean can produce benefits. For example, salt water when ingested in small amounts, can stabilize blood pressure and reduce appetite.

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