Does insulin work as a steroid for people with diabetes?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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No, insulin is a peptide hormone which can develop lots ?f lean muscle mass in short periods ?f time ?nd m?n? bodybuilders u?? it alongside anabolic steroids t? promote muscle growth. In Diabetic patients, its only role is to control blood sugar levels.

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Does insulin work as a steroid for people with diabetes?

No, insulin is a peptide hormone which can develop lots ?f lean muscle mass in short periods ?f time ?nd m?n? bodybuilders u?? it alongside anabolic steroids t? promote muscle growth. In Diabetic patients, its only role is to control blood sugar levels.

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