Hyperglycemia, also known as high blood sugar, is commonly associated with prediabetes and diabetes. The body regulates blood glucose levels by secreting a hormone called insulin, which allows cells in tissues to use blood sugar for energy. Therefore, insulin is one of the most important regulators of blood sugar levels. However, several factors can impair the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar, heading to hyperglycemia. Some of the internal factors that may lead to high blood sugar levels include when the body produces too little insulin, when the liver produces too much sugar, or when…