Yes, there is a natural insulin, which is the insulin produced by the beta cells in your pancreas.
This naturally produced insulin plays a critical role in regulating blood sugar levels, maintaining them within a narrow range. Here's a more detailed look:
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Function: Natural insulin allows your body to use glucose (sugar) from the carbohydrates in the food you eat for energy or to store glucose for future use. It helps move glucose from the bloodstream into cells throughout the body.
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Regulation: Between meals and overnight, natural insulin keeps blood sugar levels within the range of 60-100 mg/dL in individuals without diabetes.
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After Eating: After meals and snacks, natural insulin helps to prevent blood sugar from rising too high. Ideally, blood sugar should remain at or below 140 mg/dL after eating.
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Diabetes: In people with diabetes (particularly Type 1, but also often in later stages of Type 2), the body either doesn't produce enough insulin or can't effectively use the insulin it does produce. This leads to elevated blood sugar levels, requiring management with external insulin or other medications.
In summary, natural insulin is the body's own insulin, essential for glucose regulation and overall metabolic health.
