Human and homeostatic: Together, the hormones insulin and glucagon help maintain a state called homeostasis in which conditions inside the body remain steady. When blood sugar is too high, the pancreas releases more insulin to decrease blood sugar. When blood sugar levels decrease, the pancreas releases glucagon to increase blood sugar levels.

C. When might your body release insulin

D. When might your body release glucagon?

E. If you were to eat a whole bag of candy, which hormone would be released (insulin or glucagon) to help your body maintain homeostasis? Explain why.