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THE PANCREAS

THE PANCREAS PRIMER

WHAT IT DOES

IT’S ALMOST like two organs wrapped in one. First, it makes hormones that regulate blood sugar, preventing diabetes and its complications, like fatigue and ED. Second, it helps digest food. When that goes wrong, you may lose weight and have bathroom issues.

WHAT IT LIKES

For people with risk factors for pancreatic issues (family history, alcohol overuse),

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