Yes, diabetes can contribute to high cholesterol levels. Diabetes, especially type 2 diabetes, is associated with insulin resistance, where cells become less responsive to insulin. When insulin's effectiveness diminishes, there is an increased production of triglycerides and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, commonly known as "bad" cholesterol. Additionally, diabetes can affect the balance of HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol. High blood sugar levels in diabetes can damage blood vessels, promoting atherosclerosis (hardening and narrowing of arteries), which, combined with elevated cholesterol levels, increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Yes, diabetes can contribute to high cholesterol levels. Diabetes, especially type 2 diabetes, is associated with insulin resistance, where cells become less responsive to insulin. When insulin's effectiveness diminishes, there is an increased production of triglycerides and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, commonly known as "bad" cholesterol. Additionally, diabetes can affect the balance of HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol. High blood sugar levels in diabetes can damage blood vessels, promoting atherosclerosis (hardening and narrowing of arteries), which, combined with elevated cholesterol levels, increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases.