Tag: diabetes management

  • Hyperinsulinemia: Managing Diabetes’ Predecessor

    Hyperinsulinemia: Managing Diabetes’ Predecessor

    To put it simply, hyperinsulinemia is a condition when there is too much insulin in your blood. This condition is important because it is related to how your body controls and manages sugar levels. While often linked to type 2 diabetes, hyperinsulinemia is not diabetes itself. However, it indicates a risk of developing diabetes. Hyperinsulinemia […]

  • Somogyi Effect: Navigating Blood Sugar Swings in Diabetes

    Somogyi Effect: Navigating Blood Sugar Swings in Diabetes

    Navigating the complexities of managing diabetes introduces us to various phenomena that directly impact blood glucose levels. Among these, the Somogyi effect is a critical concept for those striving to maintain balanced glucose levels. This phenomenon, named after the scientist Michael Somogyi who first described it, is a counter-regulatory response to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar […]

  • Insulin Sensitivity: Understanding Blood Sugar Better

    Insulin Sensitivity: Understanding Blood Sugar Better

    Insulin sensitivity might sound like a complicated term, but it’s a crucial part of understanding your health. Insulin sensitivity is especially crucial when it comes to managing weight and preventing type 2 diabetes.  Insulin is a hormone that helps manage the sugar levels in your blood. When your body responds well to insulin, you generally […]