Epigenetic changes could explain type 2 diabetes

[Northerner]

People with type 2 diabetes have epigenetic changes on their DNA that healthy individuals do not have. This has been shown in a major study by researchers who also found epigenetic changes in a large number of genes that contribute to reduced insulin production. "This shows that the risk of developing type 2 diabetes is not only genetic, but also epigenetic," said the leading author.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/03/140307100216.htm