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Diabetes Mellitus is when the body does not make enough insulin or respond to insulin appropriately, resulting in abnormally high blood sugar (glucose) levels. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas (an organ located behind the stomach that also produces digestive enzymes) that regulates blood glucose levels. The pancreas is stimulated to produce insulin by glucose in the circulation. Insulin facilitates the transport of glucose from the bloodstream to the cells. When glucose enters the cells, it is transformed into energy and consumed right away, or it is stored as fat or starch glycogen until it is needed. The underlying cause of diabetes millets differs depending on the type. However, regardless of the type of diabetes you have, it can cause an excess of sugar in your blood. Blood sugar levels that are too high can cause significant health problems.