[fast5] Barnaby (or others): Fasting reduces insulin

Barnaby - I checked those pages in Eat-Stop-Eat and yes, Brad does say that fasting reduces insulin.

But I note he also said:

"On average, the Cretes were healthier than North Americans, with less incidence of cardiovascular and heart disease. Researchers attributed this improved health to a high daily intake of whole grains, fruits, vegetables and olive oil."

"High daily intake" of carbs? And Brad calls that a "healthy diet".

So, yes, if that is your normal diet, I can see how fasting for 24 hours WILL greatly reduce your insulin levels.

But what if you are in a ketogenic state all the time, by consuming less than 20g carbs/day? How much lower can your insulin levels go? Why would it be important, at that point, for them to go lower?

Thanks if you're able to shed more light on this topic...

Karen

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