What are the risks of using insulin to lose weight?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Insulin causes decrease in blood sugar leading to loss of consciousness and sometimes convulsions too, when used for reasons other than treating Diabetes where sugar levels are high to start with.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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What is the best breakfast for a diabetic to eat?

A high fiber breakfast like Oats Cheela, Oats pancakes, Dalia, poha, vegetables quinoa with whole egg bhurji, multigrain palak or methi roti, milk cereals with a handful of nuts and seeds; All these can make for a healthy diabetic friendly breakfast option.

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Who is fixing the blood sugar level?

Blood sugar level is fixed by diet / life style modifications/ exercise by the patient and medication advise by the doctor.

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Yes , if taken in small quantity as potatoes are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

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