About Insulin

People with type 1 diabetes require insulin therapy because the beta cells of their pancreas are no longer manufacturing sufficient amounts of insulin to control their blood sugar levels. Insulin allows glucose to leave the bloodstream and enter the cells of the body, where it's used for energy.

Insulin Needs and Honeymoons

At first diagnosis, many people experience what is known as "the honeymoon phase." The honeymoon or remission phase occurs after blood glucose levels have been brought under control and is characterized by a decrease in insulin doses. The length of a honeymoon period is variable (days, weeks, months, or - rarely - years), and not everyone has one. As a general rule, the younger the patient at diagnosis, the shorter the "honeymoon."

Insulin Chart Read more about the effectiveness of each type of insulin using this insulin action chart.	Insulin Devices There's more than one way to inject insulin. Find out other methods here.
Insulin Myths and Misconceptions Learn the myths and misconceptions about insulin and insulin injections.	Adjusting Your Insulin Dose To get your diabetes management just right, adjusting your insulin may be necessary. Get the steps for making that adjustment.
Types of Insulin There are so many insulin options today that figuring out which type does what can be confusing. From the fastest acting to the longest lasting, this guide to insulin will help demystify the drug.

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by Carey Potash

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