How does weight loss help control Type 2 diabetes?

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How does weight loss help control Type 2 diabetes?

How does weight loss help control Type 2 diabetes?

Weight loss helps to release adequate insulin from the pancreas which helps in utilising sugar and not storing it as fat.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

How does Insulin Resistance hold back weight loss?

Too much insulin resistance trains the body to store fat in the form of blood sugar.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Will weight loss lower blood sugar?

Yes it has been observed that weight loss affects blood sugar levels.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

What could cause a high fasting insulin on a ketogenic diet?

High fasting insulin during ketogenic diet is because of elevated fasting glucose levels usually start to occur with those who have been following a strict keto diet for over a year. This is the body's way of assuring that glucose is present for organs that require it

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

What are the risks of using insulin to lose weight?

Insulin causes decrease in blood sugar leading to loss of consciousness and sometimes convulsions too, when used for reasons other than treating Diabetes where sugar levels are high to start with.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

How long does it take for insulin to drop when fasting?

Fasting for at least 16 hours gives the body a chance to rest and allows blood levels of insulin to drop significantly. Not only does this help burn fat, it can also lower your risk of disease, particularly cancers, diabetes and prediabetes

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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