Insulin Dosing 101: A Quick Reference Guide

1 minute read

December 3, 2024

1 minute read

December 3, 2024

Easily understand the different types of insulin and how to use them.

If you use insulin to manage diabetes, it’s normal to have questions about which option is best and how to use it. This quick and easy guide will help you understand the different types of insulin, how long they last in your body, and the best time to take them. Whether you’re just starting out or want to learn more about the different types of insulin, you’ll find helpful information here to take better care of your health.

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Daniel Trecroci

Dan has written about diabetes for more than 20 years. He was one of Diabetes Health's first recruits, and throughout his 10 + years as Managing Editor he wrote/published thousands of articles and helped establish Diabetes Health as the premiere resource for people with diabetes. He later became the Content Manager for OneTouchGold—Johnson & Johnson/LifeScan’s official digital publication for its metering-technology customers. Under his leadership, OneTouchGold received the Web Marketing Association’s award for “Best Health & Wellness" web site. Dan has also written for the Diabetes Research Institute, dLife, diaTribe, Healthline, CareDx, Pendulum Therapeutics, and Hero Bread.