Why is increased level of glucose a problem?
Regular high blood glucose levels can damage nerves, kidneys and eyes.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
Insulin is a vital hormone that controls how cells store sugar as energy. Additionally, it absorbs energy as well as manages the breakdown of fats and proteins.
Insulin is normally secreted by the beta cells (a type of islet cell) of the pancreas. The stimulus for insulin secretion is a high blood glucose.. Although there is always a low level of insulin secreted by the pancreas, the amount secreted into the blood increases as the blood glucose rises. Usually healthy body maintains it at 90mg/dl.
By checking your blood sugar one will take medicines timely which will treat type1 diabetes
Yes, people may experience altered taste with type1 diabetes.
RBS, RBG, Random Blood Sugar
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