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At what sugar level is insulin required?

At what sugar level is insulin required?

Insulin is required usually above 200 blood sugar levels. However, the doctor decides when to start insulin.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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Can we give insulin once a week for type 1 diabetes?

There are currently no once weekly insulin options available

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Does chewing gum spike my insulin levels?

It helps secrete more insulin inversely helping patients living with diabetes.

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Which forms of sugar do not affect your insulin levels?

Fructose does not impact insulin like refined sugars.

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How do different types of insulin work?

Insulin is grouped according to how long it works in the body. Rapid or short acting insulin helps reduce blood glucose levels at meal times and intermediate or long-acting insulin helps with managing the body's general needs. Both help manage blood glucose levels.

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Can the pancreas start producing insulin again?

Yes, specially in case of early type 2 diabetes.

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