Blood work should be checked to rule out thyroid dysfunction, iron deficiency, and other medical causes
To compensate for this insulin resistance, the pancreas produces more insulin, leading to higher-than-normal insulin levels in the bloodstream
This can happen without any external cause
What to look for: Low or no added sugar, depending on your needs Sodium content that matches your sweat level and diet Good flavor without being too sweet Magnesium or potassium when appropriate Convenient stick packs for work, gym bags, or travel Keep a few electrolyte packets in your car, gym bag, or desk if you commute through McKnight Road, Babcock Blvd, Wexford, or Cranberry and tend to forget fluids during the day
Diabetes Care 39 , 214221 (2016)