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Glucagon: A Forgotten Hormone in Diabetes
We need the right amount of sugar in our blood to be healthy. However, too much sugar over time can damage our organs. So, our blood sugar needs to stay within a small range – not too high and not too low. Our bodies keep track of and respond to changes in blood sugar using...
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Type 2 Diabetes: The Chicken or the Egg of Pancreatic Dysfunction and Insulin Resistance?
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a complicated health problem that affects how your body uses sugar. It usually involves two main problems: Insufficient insulin production: The pancreas, an organ in your body, might not make enough insulin for your body’s needs. Inside the pancreas are small groups of cells called pancreatic islets. These islets contain...
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How Chemicals in Our Environment Affect Diabetes Risk
Diabetes is a condition that affects how our bodies use sugar for energy. While many people know that things like family history, diet, and exercise play a role in diabetes risk, there’s another piece of the puzzle that’s often overlooked: the chemicals in our environment. What Are Environmental Pollutants? Environmental pollutants are harmful chemicals that...
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How Insulin Works: The Hormone That Keeps Blood Sugar in Check
Insulin is the hormone that keeps our blood sugar (glucose) levels in check. It travels through the bloodstream and makes sure our body uses or stores sugar properly, so we have steady energy throughout the day. It is produced by beta cells in the pancreas and stored in small pockets called granules until it is...
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Why Blood Sugar Control Can Be Different for Males and Females
Differences exist in how the male and female body controls blood sugar levels. These differences are present in everyone, but they’re especially important to understand for people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). These differences can affect how likely someone is to develop T2D and how well their treatments work. Generally, females are somewhat less likely...
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Overview of the Pancreas and Islets and Their Role in Diabetes
The pancreas is a vital organ that produces chemical messengers called hormones. These hormones play a crucial role in controlling how our bodies use the energy we get from food (caloric intake), manage our energy needs, and regulate blood sugar levels (blood glucose). The pancreas is made up of different types of tissues, including tiny...