Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortality next time a TikTok guru advises high cholesterol bc of mortality associations, ask if prediabetes and hypertension are also ideal https://t.co/9Wecbho7md https://t.co/42PC9P5vYK
Treatment-dependent and treatment-independent risk factors associated with the risk of diabetes-related events: a retrospective analysis based on 229,042 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
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The discussions demonstrate high interest by analyzing data nuances, such as pointing out that unadjusted data can mislead conclusions about diabetes risk factors. Words like 'illusion,' 'stupid,' and critiques of simplistic health advice highlight a tone of analytical skepticism and urgency, emphasizing the importance of rigorous data interpretation and its significance for health decisions.
Most contributions support the article's findings, emphasizing the importance of data adjustment and challenging common assumptions about cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
Discussions are highly engaging, with posters actively analyzing and critiquing the research methodology and implications.
Participants delve into detailed critiques, referencing specific data points like optimal blood sugar levels and mortality, demonstrating deep engagement.
The conversations have potential to influence perceptions about health management and highlight misconceptions spread through social discussions.
Abstract in brief
- This study analyzed a large group of over 229,000 patients with type 2 diabetes to identify factors that predict the risk of serious health events like hospitalizations and death, focusing on both treatment-related and non-treatment-related risks.
- Key factors increasing the risk included older age, male gender, higher comorbidity scores, previous health events, and the number of medications, while optimal blood pressure and blood sugar levels (HbA1C around 6.5% and systolic BP 130-140 mmHg) were associated with the lowest risk, highlighting the importance of proper management.
- The findings emphasize that both over- and undertreatment can be harmful, especially in older, sicker patients, suggesting that personalized treatment targets for blood pressure and HbA1C are crucial to reducing the risk of severe diabetes-related complications.
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Most liked on X and Bluesky@RHd1983 @EstebanDL @lipo_fan @LDLSkeptic @Marion436842126 @realDaveFeldman 2/ and here is the paper that graph is drawn from https://t.co/ra802M5o5N Notice their low quality data methodology is exactly what you think evidence should be. This is why you can't develop a correct worldview.
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
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@mellexnano @LigmaTSPro @nicknorwitz I've done none of the above. All I did was point out that fair comparisons have to be made otherwise it would appear diabetes is healthy, as the unadjusted data clearly shows. https://t.co/KrGee7FHWR
@RHd1983 @EstebanDL @lipo_fan @LDLSkeptic @Marion436842126 @realDaveFeldman 2/ and here is the paper that graph is drawn from https://t.co/ra802M5o5N Notice their low quality data methodology is exactly what you think evidence should be. This is why you can't develop a correct worldview.
@PomHauz @DrGaryMcGowan No it's raw unadjusted data for mortality/a1c. You'll notice its the same graph as cholesterol and blood pressure. When people say high cholesterol lives longer, they actually mean diabetics live longer, they don't know it is a statistical illusion. https://t.co/ra802M5o5N
@BrettJohn17 @CaryKelly11 @DrEenfeldt Notice optimal blood sugar had the highest all cause mortality, and diabetics had the lowest. https://t.co/ra802M5o5N
@ThelastStyleb16 @1975Hotsauce @drscottyk 2/ Lowest risk of death in elderly are diabetics https://t.co/ra802M5o5N So whoever told you that high cholesterol was good for old people, this is the level of stupid you're looking at. They don't have any idea what they are talking about. https://t.co/90iqRLTpIO
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
RT @NutritionMadeS3: Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortalit…
Another study shows U-curve for blood pressure and HbA1c 140-150mmHg and 6-6.5% HbA1c associated with lowest mortality next time a TikTok guru advises high cholesterol bc of mortality associations, ask if prediabetes and hypertension are also ideal https://t.co/9Wecbho7md https://t.co/42PC9P5vYK
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