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What is the process of converting C-peptide to insulin?

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What is the process of converting C-peptide to insulin?

Proinsulin is converted into insulin in the pancreas before it is released into the bloodstream. The C peptide that is removed

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Does chewing gum spike my insulin levels?

It helps secrete more insulin inversely helping patients living with diabetes.

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How do different types of insulin work?

Insulin is grouped according to how long it works in the body. Rapid or short acting insulin helps reduce blood glucose levels at meal times and intermediate or long-acting insulin helps with managing the body's general needs. Both help manage blood glucose levels.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How do carbohydrates affect your insulin and glucose levels?

When you eat or drink foods that have carbohydrate also known as carbs your body breaks those carbs down into glucose (a type of sugar), which then raises the level of glucose in your blood.

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What is the C peptide range in type 1 diabetes?

C peptide levels are associated with diabetes type and duration of disease

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How does insulin regulate blood sugar?

Insulin helps blood sugar enter the body's cells so it can be used for energy. Insulin also signals the liver to store blood sugar for later use.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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