Question

How does insulin affect your body’s glucose levels? Why is the release of insulin so important for the proper functioning of your body?

Answer 1

Insulin lowers glucose levels in the blood by allowing cells to absorb glucose.

Insulin helps maintain homeostasis by regulating the amount of glucose absorbed by cells.

Answer 2

Insulin helps control blood glucose (or sugar) levels. It's important to release Insulin because it helps keeps your blood sugar level from getting too high or too low.