Which Statement Below Best Describes Why Diabetics Are Two Times

Multiple Choice

Which statement below best describes why diabetics are two times more likely to develop cardiovascular disease than non- diabetics?

A) Diabetics tend to be obese and, therefore, cannot get enough aerobic exercise.
B) Diabetes promotes bacterial infections which will eventually destroy the heart.
C) Diabetes leads to heart disease because of the side effects of insulin on the cardiovascular system.
D) Diabetics must take insulin and, therefore, their blood glucose levels fluctuate causing tremendous stress on all systems of their bodies.
E) Diabetes leads to high cholesterol levels and, therefore, atherosclerosis.