Does liver release insulin?
My father has diabetes and we are always monitoring his sugar levels. I was explaining to my son how the body works, and he asked if the liver also plays a role in releasing insulin. Does it?
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4 months ago
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Haan na, thoda confusion hota hai isme. Actually, insulin toh pancreas se release hota hai, liver se nahi. Liver toh bas glucose ko store aur manage karta hai jab insulin bolta hai. Don't worry, ye simple biology hai!
4 months ago
No boss, insulin is the pancreas's department! The liver is just the warehouse manager that stores the sugar when insulin tells it to. Let's not give the poor liver extra work, it already has 500 other jobs!
4 months ago
No, the liver does not release insulin; that is done by the pancreas. The liver only stores and releases glucose to keep your blood sugar balanced.
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4 months ago
I used to think the liver does everything for diabetes, but the doctor clarified that insulin is actually made by the pancreas. The liver just helps store the sugar. I make sure my family drinks methi water to keep both organs working nicely.
4 months ago
When my son was diagnosed with high blood sugar, I had to learn all about this. The pancreas releases insulin, but a healthy liver is needed to respond to that insulin properly. Keeping a healthy lifestyle helps both organs do their job.