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Insulin

A hormone secreted by the pancreas that converts blood sugar (glucose) from the food you eat into energy that the body can use to do work. Insulin regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats. When control of insulin level fails, it can result in diabetes. Insulin may also refer to the synthesized insulin shots that are used to control blood sugar levels in diabetic persons.

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