9. Potentially act as a blood-sugar regulator
Levels of blood sugar fluctuate after a meal. For instance, carbohydrates are digested into sugars, which then make their way around the body. When this happens, the pancreas will emit insulin to help process the sugar. That in turn lowers the amount of blood sugar in the body. Mild reactions to sudden drops in blood sugar include hunger and lethargy. And in more serious cases, diabetes can occur.
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