Glucotrust: In 5 Easy Steps
High concentrations of insulin trigger pro-inflammatory signals that promote atherosclerosis. Specifically, insulin activates triglyceride formation and blood clotting pathways, and promotes proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells, leading to thickening of artery walls. Hyperinsulinemia additionally contributes to endothelial dysfunction (Madonna 2012; Muntoni 2008; Wang 2014). In fact, elevated fasting insulin ranges independently predict heart disease […]