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Why is insulin a life saving hormone?

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Why is insulin a life saving hormone?

Apart from regulating blood glucose levels it also helps store glucose in your liver, fat, and muscles. Finally, it regulates your body's metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is type 1 diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes is a serious condition where your blood glucose (sugar) level is too high because your body cannot make a hormone called insulin.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why does blood glucose levels often rise overnight?

If your insulin level falls too low overnight, your blood glucose rises. The reasons for the drop in insulin vary from person to person, but it most commonly occurs when your insulin secretion provide too little basal back up hence the glucose levels shoots up.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is postprandial blood glucose?

It stands for plasma glucose post eating a meal.

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Why is insulin important in our body?

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.

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Is it possible for insulin to increase blood glucose levels?

Yes insufficient insulin production will increase blood glucose levels

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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