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What is the difference between diabetes and insulin resistance?

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Adult diabetes is a metabolic disorder of glucose metabolism where in simple terms, you don't make enough of your own insulin to keep your blood sugar in the normal range. Insulin resistance is a term used as an advertising gimmick to sell dietary supplements.

Answered 4/8/2023

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