Myths vs facts: Insulin and Abnehmen

Insulin is often blamed as the sole cause of weight gain, but the reality is more nuanced. Insulin is an anabolic hormone that promotes fat storage, yet weight loss fundamentally depends on a calorie deficit. Myths like 'insulin always makes you fat' ignore that high insulin sensitivity can actually facilitate fat loss. Fact: Chronically elevated insulin levels (e.g., in insulin resistance) impair fat mobilization, but a balanced diet with moderate carbs and regular exercise improve insulin sensitivity. Evidence from human studies is moderate, but many social media claims are exaggerated. Caveat: MyBody-X tests for insulin or metabolism do not provide clinical diagnoses; abnormal results should be confirmed by a doctor.