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What happens in type 2 diabetes mellitus?
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Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a metabolic disease that causes high blood sugar. The hormone insulin moves sugar from the blood into your cells to be stored or used for energy. With diabetes, your body either doesn't make enough insulin or can't effectively use the insulin it does make
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Consult a Endocrinologist
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I've been wondering about the best way to take a Vitamin D 60000 IU sachet. Should I have it on an empty stomach in the morning and if so, how long should I wait before eating? Or is it better to take it during meals or right after? Also, should I be mixing it with milk, water, or just my regular meals? And one more thing, do I need to mix the powder with a liquid, or can I just swallow the powder and then take a drink?
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