Guide

Yes, in men with low testosterone, treatment can modestly reduce blood glucose; it’s not a stand-alone diabetes therapy.

Yes, testosterone can lower blood glucose, and in people using insulin or sulfonylureas it may trigger hypoglycemia.

Yes, humans build carbohydrate from non-carb precursors via gluconeogenesis in the liver and kidneys.

No, current research doesn’t show a reliable glucose-lowering effect from THC in people.

Yes, human cells create monounsaturated fats by desaturating and elongating saturated fatty acids like stearate and palmitate.

No, body fat doesn’t melt; the body breaks it down and exhales the carbon as carbon dioxide while water is formed and excreted.

Yes, the COVID-19 shot can cause a short-term bump in blood sugar for some people, mainly those with diabetes; readings usually settle within days.

No, THC doesn’t slow metabolic rate; the compound nudges energy storage via CB1 receptors while acute use can raise heart rate.

Yes, fetal taste exposure starts by mid-pregnancy as flavors reach amniotic fluid.

No, COVID-19 transmission through food or packaging isn’t supported by current evidence.