Blood Sugar and Protein
Last Post 16 Feb 2013 08:25 AM by Sue. 1 Replies.
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Bryan
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15 Feb 2013 09:30 PM
    What happens to insulin levels when you drink a protein shake (whey) and 1 percent milk by itself?

    That is close to 4 blocks of protein and only 1-2 block of carbs.

    Can somebody give me an explanation? I know that both will elevate insulin levels and protein will increase glucagon, which prohibits insulin spikes. Anything more than that, I'm clueless.
    Sue
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    16 Feb 2013 08:25 AM
    That shake would tip the balance in the direction of too much protein as you pointed out, also it's lacking in fat and it's unlikely to provide 4-6 hours of hunger free good mental focus with high energy levels. For best results add 1-2 blocks of berries and 2-3 teaspoons of olive oil. The refined tasteless kind is fine, if you prefer not to taste it in the shake.
    Sue Knorr

    Lost 100 lbs 18 yrs ago, off BP meds, thanks to the Zone diet and Zone fish oil.

    Consultant of Zone Labs


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