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My doctor says that insulin must be max 7. is it true?

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Not sure.: Insulin levels vary over a large range in relation to dietary and hormonal influence. There is no real "normal" value. Not sure what units you are using.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/9/2016

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