How Insulin Affects Us
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How Insulin Affects Us
Understanding Insulin and Its Impact on Our Health
The glycemic index is a useful tool for understanding which foods help control blood glucose levels effectively.
When blood sugar levels rise, the pancreas releases insulin to manage the glucose. Insulin transports glucose to cells that need extra energy. These cells have "insulin receptors," allowing insulin to bind and facilitate glucose entry. Inside the cells, glucose is used to produce heat and adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which stores and releases energy as needed.
However, when cells become less sensitive to insulin, they absorb less glucose, leaving more in the bloodstream. This prompts the pancreas to produce even more insulin.
This imbalance can lead to two outcomes:
1. Type 2 Diabetes: The pancreas becomes overworked and slows insulin production, leading to type 2 diabetes in about 30% of cases.
2. Hyperinsulinism: Even if diabetes doesn't develop, high insulin levels can lead to conditions such as chronic obesity, high blood pressure, elevated triglycerides, low HDL (good cholesterol), heart disease, and possibly some cancers.
Benefits of a Low GI Diet
Experts are recognizing the advantages of a low GI diet. Foods with a lower glycemic index are converted to glucose more slowly, resulting in less insulin production.
The glycemic index categorizes carbohydrates based on how quickly they affect blood glucose levels. Carbs that break down rapidly and cause a spike in glucose have a high GI value, while those that digest slowly have intermediate or low GI values.
This topic continues to be explored, especially the connections between insulin sensitivity and obesity. Nevertheless, the excessive consumption of high-GI foods and fast food remains a significant concern.
Understanding the glycemic index can help in selecting foods that support healthier insulin levels and overall well-being.
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