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A balanced relationship with insulin is vital. Insulin serves essential functions beyond being a mere fat-storing hormone; it is crucial for many metabolic activities. Living in alignment with natural dietary practices and maintaining movement can help regulate insulin levels, leading to better metabolic health.
The Impact of Modern Lifestyles
Modern life presents challenges to our natural eating and movement patterns. We now consume food without the necessity of physical activity—a stark contrast to how our ancestors, who were natural foragers, engaged with food. This change has disrupted our hunger-satiety signals, leading to overeating and metabolic dysregulation.