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Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

The Surprising Facts about Insulin You Never Knew

Oct 13, 2023
12:50
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This podcast explores the surprising facts about insulin and its effects on blood sugar, muscle growth, cholesterol, blood pressure, and more. It discusses how insulin resistance occurs and the benefits of the Healthy Keto diet and intermittent fasting in reducing insulin. It also delves into the contradictory effects of insulin on inflammation and oxidative damage. Additionally, it highlights the benefits of the ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting for type one diabetics.
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Quick takeaways

  • Insulin has multiple health benefits including lowering blood sugar, supporting muscle growth, protecting arteries, and lowering LDL cholesterol and blood pressure.
  • Insulin resistance, caused by factors like high insulin levels and carb-rich diets, interferes with the function of insulin receptors, leading to a deficiency problem.

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Insulin Functions and Benefits

Insulin has various functions, including lowering blood sugar and promoting muscle growth. Contrary to popular belief, it also has positive effects on arteries, LDL cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose production in the liver. Insulin helps develop and protect muscles, aids in the absorption of potassium and magnesium, and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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