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What are the risks of using insulin to lose weight?
What are the risks of using insulin to lose weight?
What are the risks of using insulin to lose weight?
Insulin causes decrease in blood sugar leading to loss of consciousness and sometimes convulsions too, when used for reasons other than treating Diabetes where sugar levels are high to start with.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
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Prefer foods lower in fats, sugar/salt and calories and higher in fiber. Focus on fruits, green vegetables and whole grains. Regular physical activity, take medicines and have regular doctors visits.
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How does diabetes affect the kidneys?
With time, raised blood sugar can damage blood vessels in the kidneys as well as nephrons making them not work as well as they should. Many people with diabetes also develop high blood pressure, which can damage kidneys too.
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Is it possible for insulin to increase blood glucose levels?
Insulin reduces blood sugar by helping the cells use glucose.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
