Self-monitoring of blood glucose—who does, and why - Potter - 1996 () Citation Context ... that the ADA-recommended SMBG frequency would be either achievable or right in our regular diabetes follow-up clinic. Many barriers, both “practical” and “emotional”, limit performing SMBG ...
Why do glucocorticoids increase glycogen deposition in the liver?Question:Why do glucocorticoids increase glycogen deposition in the liver?Glycogen:Glycogen is a highly branched storage body which is found within the body. It is produced when many glucose molecules are polymerized with each other. I...
The investigators found that low glucose levels in human and mouse retinal cells caused a cascade of molecular changes that can lead to blood vessel overgrowth. First, the researchers saw that low glucose caused a decrease in retinal cells’ ability to break down gluco...
50 grams of straight sugar (pure glucose) has a GI of 100 (the highest) 50 grams of rolled oats has a GI of about 55 Both of those are carbohydrates, but that rating shows us that oats have a lesser impact on our blood sugar levels do that pure sugar. What is a “Good” Glycemic...
The dawn phenomenon or effect is an increase in blood glucose levels early in the morning, between 4 am and 5 am. This is caused by the physiological release of hormones such as adrenaline, glucagon, growth hormone, and cortisol. The peak secretion of these hormones occurs during sleep, be...
However, the therapy did improve blood glucose levels. The authors conclude that the improvement is from enhanced pancreatic β-cell function. This study indicates that inhibition of IL-1β improves glucose metabolism, independent of insulin sensitivity. TNF-α expression is elevated in the adipose ...
In addition to controlling blood glucose levels, the hormone insulin can stimulate cell growth, possibly leading to cancer. Also, most people with type 2 diabetes are overweight, and their excess fat tissue produces higher levels of adipokines than those at a healthy weight. These hormones promote...
How do aerobic and anaerobic respiration differ? What is the role of glucose in cellular energy production? How does diabetes affect cellular respiration? Explain how and why a single bout of aerobic exercise causes blood glucos...
Excessive thirst — also known as polydipsia — is a common symptom of type 2 diabetes. With type 2 diabetes,excess blood sugar(glucose) builds up in the bloodstream. All this extra blood sugarputs the kidneys into overdriveas they filter and absorb excess sugar. When they can’t absorb ...
Cortisol is a hormone that, when elevated, alters your circulating levels of glucose and insulin. While stress affects hunger and cravings in people differently, often it can cause an increase in both. Particularly in times of acute stress, cortisol is high, which causes that familiar sensation ...