Insulin - Factors that Interfere with
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This section describes compounds, hormones, nutrients and other factors/ailments that interfere with Insulin’s biological functions and production.
These Substances may Interfere with the Function of Insulin
Carbohydrates
Excessive consumption of Sucrose may cause the production of excessive amounts of Insulin.
Hormones
Excessive production of Cortisol may cause Insulin resistance in the Muscles.
Somatostatin may decrease circulating Insulin levels.
Lipids
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) may decrease the body's secretion of Insulin:
However this is not necessarily detrimental as it has also been proven that EPA decreases the body's requirement for Insulin.
Long Chain Saturated Fatty Acids may cause Insulin insensitivity.
Trans-Fatty Acids may increase serum Insulin levels in response to Glucose load, thereby increasing the risk of Diabetes Mellitus. Trans-Fatty Acids may also decrease the response of Red Blood Cells to Insulin (thereby increasing the risk of developing Diabetes Mellitus Type 2). [1]
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