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Can fasting for 16 to 18 hours cause diabetes?

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Can fasting for 16 to 18 hours cause diabetes?

No

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Why do you gain weight when your blood sugar is normal?

Eating too many calories and not burning enough may cause weight gain. Additionally, if you have insulin resistance then too weight gain is possible.

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How long does it take for insulin to drop when fasting?

Fasting for at least 16 hours gives the body a chance to rest and allows blood levels of insulin to drop significantly. Not only does this help burn fat, it can also lower your risk of disease, particularly cancers, diabetes and prediabetes

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Is burning fat about calorie deficits or low insulin levels?

Burning fat is a combination of both calorie deficit, and insulin sensitivity.

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Does losing weight lower blood glucose in type II diabetes?

Yes, it has been observed that weight loss affects blood sugar levels.

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Is it normal to lose weight in diabetes?

Yes, it is normal to lose 5% of your total body weight during diabetes. In fact losing weight can help manage diabetes better.

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