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Being at high altitudes could help blood sugar control: Here’s why

March 1, 2026

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Research suggests low-oxygen conditions may cause red blood cells to soak up excess blood sugar. Image credit: Peter Burnett/Getty Images

A study suggests that under low-oxygen conditions, red blood cells can act as a ‘glucose sink’ and absorb significantly more glucose from the bloodstream than previously recognized.
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