- Is a fancy term for regulating blood sugar.

It is controlled by
insulin and glucagon in a negative feedback loop.

- Is also known as glucose homeostasis. It is the process by which

the levels of blood sugar, primarily glucose, are maintained by the
body within a narrow range.
Stimulus Intestine Bloodstream
(carbs)

Liver and
Pancreas Insulin
Muscles

Glycogen Glucose Glycogen

(goes down)
Pancreas Glucagon Bloodstream

Liver Glucose Homeostasis

(goes up)
- Insulin and glucagon are two critical hormones your body makes to keep your blood
sugar levels balanced. It’s helpful to understand how these hormones function so
you can work to avoid diabetes.

- The insulin tells cells throughout your - Glucagon works to counterbalance

body to take in glucose from your
bloodstream. As the glucose moves into
your cells, your blood glucose levels go
down. Some cells use the glucose as
energy. Other cells, such as in your liver
and muscles, store any excess glucose
as a substance called glycogen. Your
body uses glycogen for fuel between
meals.
the actions of insulin. After you eat, the
glucose levels in your blood decrease,
triggering your pancreas to produce
glucagon. This hormone signals your
liver and muscle cells to change the
stored glycogen back into glucose.
These cells then release the glucose
into your bloodstream so your other
cells can use it for energy.
- most well-known disorder that causes blood sugar imbalances.

If you are experiencing problems that is connected to insulin,

glucagon, and blood glucose, go to your doctor specially if you are
wondering:
Is my blood glucose at a safe level?
• Do I have prediabetes?
• What can I do to avoid developing diabetes?
• How do I know if I need to take insulin?