blood sugar regulation
Controlling glucose levels
Blood sugar regulation is the body's process of maintaining glucose levels within a healthy range, primarily through the hormones insulin and glucagon produced by the pancreas.
When blood sugar rises after eating, insulin signals cells to absorb glucose; when it drops, glucagon triggers the liver to release stored glucose.
Disruption of this system leads to conditions like diabetes.
Her doctor recommended dietary changes to support blood sugar regulation.
- glucagonPancreatic blood-sugar raiser
- insulinPancreatic glucose-regulating hormone
- physical activityBodily movement expending energy
- homeostasisBiological internal stability maintenance
- incretinsGut hormones promoting insulin
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Metabolic disorder affecting glucose
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