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Diabetes

diabetes

Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Blood glucose is your main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose from food get into your cells to be used for energy.

What are the different types of diabetes?

The most common types of diabetes are type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes.