Lowered Insulin Resistance
Some experts believe that intermittent fasting may enable your body to stabilize its blood sugar levels for those with diabetes, as it can reset insulin. The theory is that the restriction of calorie intake can potentially improve the resistance of insulin, which is a diabetes marker, based on a published study in 2019. As a result, intermittent fasting may encourage insulin to fall, which might play a critical role in reducing the risk of the condition.
Another study investigated the effect on people. Unfortunately, while the 16/8 intermittent fasting approach produced positive results in the form of lowered insulin resistance, the outcome wasn’t a significant improvement over their control group. Moreover, the study was also small, so further research is needed to reach a definitive conclusion on whether or not fasting can aid in insulin resistance.
Moreover, professional dieticians advise caution to those with diabetes regarding intermittent fasting. People taking insulin or medication could be at much greater risk regarding lowered blood sugar, as it can potentially be life-threatening. Therefore, it’s best to consult a doctor before adopting any dietary fasting practices to stay safe and avoid further complications that can worsen the condition.
