According to new international research seven out 10 new cases of Type 2 diabetes globally are caused by a "suboptimal diet".
That includes too much red and processed meats, refined carbs and sugary drinks, according to the study that looked at diet factors from 184 countries.
Associate Professor of Nutrition and Māori Health at Massey University and Co-Chair of Health Coalition Aotearoa, Lisa Te Morenga, talks to Lisa Owen.
