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Is insulin resistance a predictor of diabetes?
Is insulin resistance a predictor of diabetes?
Is insulin resistance a predictor of diabetes?
Over time, chronic insulin resistance can lead to prediabetes and then Type 2 diabetes if it's not treated or able to be treated. Prediabetes happens when your blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
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Why can't I keep my blood sugar in control?
Few reasons why people cannot manage blood glucose well are their eating habits and sedentary lifestyle which worsens diabetes. Other major reason are not taking medications on time.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
What should your blood sugar be after fasting for 12 hours?
According to blood sample, a fasting blood sugar level less than 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L) is normal. A fasting blood sugar level from 100 to 125 mg/dL (5.6 to 6.9 mmol/L) is considered prediabetes
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
Does every diabetic have a heart attack?
No
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
INSULIN (FASTING)
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- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required