Diabetes And Fat Consumption

One of the biggest discoveries over the last few years is that the overabundance of fats consumed is a major contributor to the rise in diabetes.

How can this be? A high fat diet elevates blood sugar by coating the cell membranes. This prevents insulin from finding entrance into the cell to decrease the glucose levels. As the glucose levels build up, the pancreas produces more insulin to meet the apparent need. But the insulin is ineffective on the coated cells, and the working balance of the body is thrown out of rhythm.

In recent clinical studies it was demonstrated that a person could be made a diabetic within hours by a large intake of fats. It was also shown that this condition could be reversed.

How? By an appropriate diet, low in fats and high in complex carbohydrates with plenty of fiber, and, of course, proper calorie consumption and proper nutrients.