In an ironic twist of fate that should surprise no one, Emmy award winning Food Network icon Paula Dean revealed this week that she has Type 2 diabetes.
Dean, a Georgia native who rose to fame with the ridiculously unhealthy show Paula’s Home Cooking, confessed that she can’t even eat what she makes anymore.
Where’s Wilford Brimley when you need him?
Before I say anything, I do want to mention that it’s sad to hear anyone get stuck with such a condition, and I feel bad for her.
…but I have never seen such a clear example of the risks of an indulgent diet high in salt, fat, and sugar. Speaking about the woman who makes Deep Fried Butter balls, I’m a little surprised that diabetes hit her before a heart attack did.
I just assume everyone over the age of 35 with a southern accent has type 2 diabetes.