How insulin works?

Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates glucose (sugar) levels in the blood. It allows cells to use glucose for energy and also helps store glucose in the liver and muscle as glycogen. When glucose enters the bloodstream after a meal, the pancreas releases insulin to help move the glucose into cells.

Insulin responds differently to carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Carbohydrates, especially simple sugars, are the primary stimulus for insulin release. When carbohydrates are consumed, they are quickly broken down into glucose, which increases the blood sugar levels. This leads to the release of insulin from the pancreas, which helps to transport glucose into the cells, where it can be used for energy.

Proteins also stimulate insulin release, but to a lesser extent than carbohydrates. When proteins are digested, they are broken down into amino acids, which can be used for energy or stored in the body. The presence of amino acids in the bloodstream can stimulate insulin release, but this effect is generally not as pronounced as the insulin response to carbohydrates.

Fats, on the other hand, have a minimal effect on insulin release. Fats are a slower source of energy and are primarily used to store energy in the form of adipose tissue. The release of insulin in response to fat consumption is usually low and gradual.

In summary, insulin responds most strongly to the consumption of carbohydrates, followed by proteins and then fats.