"The Benefits of Post-Meal Insulin Spikes: Debunking Old Myths with New Research"

New research challenges the belief that post-meal insulin surges are harmful, suggesting that higher corrected insulin response (CIR) levels are associated with better beta-cell function and a reduced risk of developing pre-diabetes or diabetes. The study, focusing on new mothers, found that a robust post-challenge insulin secretory response, once adjusted for glucose levels, predicts favorable metabolic function in the years to come. This challenges the prevailing notion that high post-meal insulin levels are inherently bad and could reshape the understanding of insulin's role in metabolism and weight management.