The Basics of Insulin

Published: May 7, 2019, 9 p.m.

Insulin is necessary to utilize the energy we obtain from carbohydrates. Diabetes is characterized by a relative or absolute lack of insulin production. Dr. Sarah Kim explores the use of synthetic insulin in diabetic patients and explains that taking insulin in a way that mimics natural insulin production is best for keeping glucose in a healthy range. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34598]