How To Slim Down

Do you know why women gain weight in the midsection easily? Insulin! Insulin is actually a fat-storing hormone. High levels of insulin in the bloodstream cause the formation and storage of “jiggly” fat that’s located just under the skin around the midsection. It also causes a deeper visceral fat in and around the liver. When this happens some of your symptoms are weight gain, irregular sleep patterns and hot flashes!

In addition to belly bulge,this type of fat also causes longer range problems. As these fat cells grow they secrete an inflammatory compound called C-reactive protein and interleukin-6. These bad guys damage the insulin receptors on cell membranes forcing insulin to remain in the bloodstream. This puts more stress on the pancreas and liver.

Blood becomes thick and can barely pass through veins, triggering high blood pressure, fatigue and increasing a persons chances of having heart disease. Read the rest of this entry »