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What are 2 sources of blood glucose?

The primary source of blood glucose is from the food we consume. The food is broken down into glucose which releases in the blood stream.

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Why is glucose the main source of energy in humans?

The structure of glucose makes it a good source of energy. Also, glucose is the main substrate for catabolism

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Experts believe obesity, especially too much fat in the abdomen and around the organs, called visceral fat, is a main cause of insulin resistance. A waist measurement of 40 inches or more for men and 35 inches or more in women causes insulin resistance.

Experts believe obesity, especially too much fat in the abdomen and around the organs, called visceral fat, is a main cause of insulin resistance. A waist measurement of 40 inches or more for men and 35 inches or more in women causes insulin resistance.

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Is it possible for insulin to increase blood glucose levels?

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What is postprandial blood glucose?

Postprandial means after a meal. This test is done to see how your body responds to sugar and starch after you eat a meal. As you digest the food in your stomach, blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels rise sharply.

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I feel sleepy after eating. Does that mean I'm diabetic?

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Is diabetes the only cause of rise in blood glucose?

No blood sugar levels can rise due to other diseases too

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How much does 1 gram of sugar raise your blood sugar?

1 gram of pure glucose will raise your blood sugar about 5 mg/dl, although it may vary with person's weight, Diabetes status and current blood sugar level

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My blood sugar is 116, should I be worried?

No, you fall under prediabetes. One can reverse it by eating low carbohydrate diet and exercising daily.

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What is the normal range for non-fasting blood glucose?

A healthy blood glucose range on a fasting test is between 70 and 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). A healthy blood glucose level on a non-fasting blood glucose test is under 125 mg/dL.

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What is the link between glucose and insulin?

Body breaks down glucose into energy. Insulin then helps move the glucose from blood into the cells.

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What do I do if my blood sugar is over 400?

Contact your doctor immediately. As 400 is a very high level and it can result into severe complications if not treated on time.

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Are 6 units of insulin required if I have fasting glucose of 99?

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What causes high blood sugars?

Eating too many calories and not burning enough may cause weight gain. Additionally, if you have insulin resistance then too weight gain is possible. This in turn can raise your blood sugar levels.

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Is 104 blood glucose normal?

No, you fall under prediabetes. One can reverse it by eating low carbohydrate diet and exercising daily.

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Does what you eat the day before affect the glucose test?

Yes it might. However, it doesnt affect HBA1C test.

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How much does 1 gram of sugar raise blood glucose?

1 gram of pure glucose will raise your blood sugar about 5 mg/dl, although it may vary with person's weight, Diabetes status and current blood sugar level

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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