Fitness
Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas. It helps the body use glucose for energy. Glucose is a type of sugar that is found in the blood. When we eat food, our bodies break it down into glucose. Glucose is then absorbed into the bloodstream. Insulin helps the glucose get into the […]
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The liver plays a major role in the homeostasis of blood glucose levels. It does this by: Storing glucose as glycogen, a long chain of glucose molecules, for later use. Releasing glucose into the bloodstream when blood sugar levels are low. Producing glucose from non-carbohydrate sources, such as amino acids and fatty acids, when blood […]
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A diabetic diet is a meal plan that helps people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. The goal of a diabetic diet is to eat healthy foods that provide the body with the nutrients it needs without causing blood sugar spikes. Here are some general tips for a diabetic diet: Choose foods that are […]
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Type 2 diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Most of the food you eat is turned into glucose, a type of sugar that your body uses for energy. Insulin, a hormone made by your pancreas, helps glucose get into your cells. In people with type 2 […]
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Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that causes the body to attack the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone that helps the body use glucose for energy. Without insulin, glucose builds up in the blood, which can lead to serious health problems. Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in […]
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