Paula Deen Confirms She Has Diabetes, Plus 25 Reasons Why We're Not Surprised

This morning, Paula Deen sat down with the "Today Show" to address the claim that she has diabetes. Deen says she was diagnosed over three years ago but waited until today to say anything because she "had to figure things out in my own head." "I've always encouraged moderation," she continued, and remains hopeful: "I'm here today to let the world know, it is not a death sentence."

A "death sentence" it is not, but not why take a look at how the Queen of Southern cooking got here today, anyway, by admiring some of her most deep-fried, high-calorie creations?

1. The Krispy Kreme Burger

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Also known as "The Lady's Brunch Burger"

2. Three Meat Pasta

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3. Southern Fried Chicken

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Served at Paula Deen's Lady & Son's Restaurant

4. Cheeseburger Meatloaf And Sauce

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5. Deep-Fried Lasagana

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6. Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding

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7. Cheddar Biscuit and Hoecake

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From Paula Deen's Lady & Sons Restaurant

8. Deep Fried Cranberry Sauce Fritters

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9. Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese

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10. Fried Green Tomatoes

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From Paula Deen's Lady & Sons Restaurant

11. Bacon-Wrapped Artichoke Hearts

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12. Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Corn

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13. Ultimate Fantasy Deep-Fried Cheesecake

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14. Bacon-Wrapped Breadsticks

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15. Baked Potato Soup

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16. Apple And Bacon Brunch Pancakes

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17. The Monte Cristo

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18. Shrimp And Crab Au Gratin

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19. Not Yo' Mama's Banana Pudding

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20. Deep-Fried Bagel Sandwich

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21. Deep Fried Stuffing On A Stick

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22. Savannah Sloppy Joes

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23. The "Is it Really Better Than Sex?" Cake

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24. Beefy Macaroni & Cheese

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25. Paula's Fried Butter Balls

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