Comments on: High Insulin Levels Stop Fat Loss and Cause Weight Gain

By: David

David — Sat, 05 May 2012 23:19:46 +0000

Hi, Very interesting article, in fact I would say this provides a perfect reason to understand my problem. You see I have an Insulin problem in that I am pre Diabetic or Syndrome X. This means my body produces too much insulin and I have become insulin resistant. I eat well but my blood sugar spikes at every opportunity and I have become bloated and mildly obese without any means of controlling this. I have gone from a lean muscular frame to an obese flabby frame in 5 years weighing in at around 2225 lbs. I think this article will help me now try and understand how to turn the fat burning back on. so thank you very much.

By: Brianna

Brianna — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:46:57 +0000

You all should watch the Documentary Fat Head… It was very good and give very good information.

By: Lee

Lee — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 05:37:03 +0000

Hi..I'm new to this site..I have been a type 2 since 1998, thats not to say maybe before..I had dropped down from 205 to 156..About 3 years ago I dropped down to under 115..I went from exercise to glyberide to metformin..When I dropped down to under 115 my Doctor at the time listened to what I had to say told me to go to the hospital and talk to some lady who told me I was too skinny and got me on insulin..I have blossomed out and cannot stand to look at myself in the mirror..I have no desire to go out or travel with my husband..I could go on but cannot see for tears..I need to know what I should bve eating as I have tried every diet out there..

By: Bob

Bob — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:01:42 +0000

Wow!!!!!! What an eye opener. I appreciated your content on insulin and the glycemic index. I have hypoglycemia and have learned how to balance proteins, carbs and fats to a certain extent. Your content has confirmed what I always suspected but could never really verify. I didn't start loosing weight until I cut out white flower, rice, and white potatoes. Now I understand why.
Thanks, Bob Williams

By: Ios On Android Phone

Ios On Android Phone — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:23:12 +0000

I've noticed that italian diet is all carbs and high glycemic index foods: pasta,pizza & gelato.. and yet most italians are not fat! and most don't even workout!

By: crossfitgirl

crossfitgirl — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:30:01 +0000

This is a great article! I eat paleo but I still was not losing weight because I was eating dried and fresh fruit. I had my blood glucose levels tested and it was 41 after two hours! That is almost coma! My body was so stinker sensitive to carbs that it spiked my insulin so high. No wonder I couldn't lose weight! Its definitely not calories in calories out. I'm an athlete and train harder and more frequently than a lot of people but it just shows how nutrition is 98% of the equation. I try to get this through my client's heads but they still struggle with the concept. For sarah I've learned that I cannot compare the "healthy diets" of others with my body. For me I literally have to eat plain chicken and lettuce. Most people would lose weight if they ate half as well as me but for my body i have to be extra strict! Its hard but it can be done. What's healthy for one person may not be for another. Try sticking to only leafy greens and lean protein. Try limited amounts of good fat like olive oil and coconut oil. Paleo is a good way to start!

By: TRIGYY

TRIGYY — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:45:09 +0000

once again. the insulin level most important in our life..

By: Karen

Karen — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:33:47 +0000

I was recently tested and my insulin level is 48, which is really high. I am scheduled to do more test this coming week. However, I started a no carb diet since I found out about my insulin level and I feel better. I think this article is the best I have read so far. It is very clear and I so can relate.
Thank you for putting this out.

By: Kyung

Kyung — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:43:58 +0000

Re: Sara;

Peas and green beans are great veggies, but in moderation. You should probably opt for broccoli, and leafy veggies instead. I'm not sure if it would make a huge difference, but it's a suggestion.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:50:40 +0000

I don't know if anybody stil even reads this, much less comment, but I need some help. I'm 18 years old, 5'8", a size 16, and a former gymnast. I've had knee reconstructive surgery, diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and recently have been told my insulin levels are 7x higher than a normal person, however my blood sugar is perfect.

I need help. I've been trying and trying to lose weight.. I reduce my carb intake drastically, and replace it with forms of chicken and green vegetables such as peas and green beans. I go to the gym for a 20 minute aerobic workout 3x a week, but I'm not seeing any results. I've been overweight since I was 12, and I want to be a size 6. If anybody knows how to help with these ridiculously high insulin levels and losing a lot of body fat, please help me!

By: Monday April 18th, 2011 | 1884 CrossFit

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By: Brack Smith

Brack Smith — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 18:35:14 +0000

We have started to avoid white bread in our house. Just this simple adjustment has been extremely beneficial to our family. It has made going to our local seafood possible since they do wheat noodles with most of their dishes.

By: Donna

Donna — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 05:33:03 +0000

Hello Rusty, I just happened on to this site , So glad I did, I have been dieting for about five years and can not lose weight so nagging the doctors on WHY I can't lose weight and she ran lots of test and just came back with this high insulin and put me on Metforman . I am lost on what diet is best for me and I know nothing about the GI diet or what to do. I could sure use some help as I am discouraged.
Thanks Happy Holidays Much appreciated !!!!

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:39:37 +0000

Rusty, I have a couple of questions that I would appreciate if you could please answer:

1) What does the body burn when insulin levels are high? If you would normally burn say 50 kcals in an hour, but your insulin levels are high, what would you be burning instead? Surely the body needs energy from somewhere?

2) Why do bodybuilders take exogenous insulin if it burns muscle?

If you could also respond to Keith's comment then that would be great. Cheers.

By: Veronica Guzman

Veronica Guzman — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 06:32:42 +0000

I was just a told that I should lower my insulin in order to loose weight, and correct a few other health issues, but they didn't explain why or how. Mind you, this was a physician.

Thank you for writing this article! It was very informative in my search on how to lower my insulin. Much appreciated…

By: Keith

Keith — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 17:36:12 +0000

Rusty, would you say you changed your view on insulin by now. People such as John BArban and Brad Pilon both state that insulin does that matter at all, and that you will lose weight even if you eat white bread all day long, as long as you are in a caloric deficit.

By: Michelle

Michelle — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:47:29 +0000

Where can I find the list of foods that are Low GI?

By: Mike

Mike — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 06:47:15 +0000

I wonder if I can run a four hour glucose tolerance test on you guys? LOL that's fantastic. Glamorous. My family typically runs with autoimmune deficiencies; while mine is spiked as a result of my active lifestyle (and spiked immune system). I believe in working hard, that's how I condition and still after sports and the Army — even if the stress levels produces that fat hormone (which I need to get checked). Today, I'm being checked for pancreas cancer. What I do know – in contrast to my pessimism – is that you probably are [not] glucose intolerant because you exercise. Its obvious, because you are all so cheerio; the opposite may, symptomatically, constitute a hypoglycemic problem (o' vanity). What a wonderful wright – to think I was allowing myself to get fat drinking beer, and spiking my insulin levels; because I was doing nothing. Watch out for hyperthyroid. Blessings.

By: Katelyn

Katelyn — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 13:13:38 +0000

This is why I eat a zero carb diet. Meat only. No need to count carbs, eat 6 meals a day, care about the GI index. No carbs are needed for endurance or weightlifting. I do intense weightlifting and cardio intervals 4 days a week on zero carbs. I am 5'4" and 100 lbs., flat, lean stomach and I have defined shoulders, triceps and biceps. I would advise everyone to ditch carbs, eat only protein and fat (mostly saturated). Your energy will skyrocket (the body prefers fat not carbs for energy) and you will get super lean while RETAINING muscle mass.

By: Tom

Tom — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 16:23:26 +0000

This is pretty spot-on although I question your advising people to eat carb-heavy foods at night, post workout. I personally have found that if I am going to eat carb-heavy fooods that lead to an insulin spike, it is best to do so in the early hours of the day. Eating them at night, in my opinion, is not the best idea and I try very had to limit carbs at night.

That said, you obviously know your stuff and walk the talk, so to speak, so I guess it is really a "to each his own" kind of thing. I just don't find it works for men when really trying to lean out.

Tom