Is your insulin level in order?
The hormone insulin gives the body the signal to extract glucose from the bloodstream which is then stored in the liver and muscles. But in the case of overweight people, their pancreas have to work two to three times harder to secrete and release more insulin as their cells don’t easily recognize the essential hormone. The increased insulin level makes losing weight an unachievable target. Furthermore, after some time, such a strain on the pancreas wears them out and its ability to secrete insulin is hampered. If no care is taken at an earlier stage, it develops into diabetes.
What do you need to do?
Your best resort is to cut down on or eliminate as much as possible refined carbohydrates and sugary foods. Go for foods having a low glycemic index as they are digested slowly and save the sugar level in your blood from spiking. Becoming more physically active will also shower you with positive results. You can go for a walk or, if your body allows, do something intensive and more effective such as squats, lunges or crunches.
