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Diabetes Basics

Insulin 101 – How Does Insulin Work

August 26, 2008

Insulin is a hormone produced by our pancreas that allows glucose (the most basic fuel for any cell) to enter the cell and thus give the cell energy to carry out normal functions. So, how does insulin relate to Diabetes? In Type 1 diabetes NO insulin is ever produced.  This is a condition that can [...]

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