A study conduced by the Howard Hughs Medical Institute found that people with insulin resistance have higher levels of fat inside their muscle cells.
A mitochondrial impairment inside muscle cells result in a buildup of fats that can cause insulin resistance, contributing to the development of diabetes. Intramuscular fat interferes with the ability of insulin to effectively enter the cell. It was found that the rate of ATP production in the muscles of those who are insulin-resistant was decreased by 30% compared to normal subjects without signs of insulin-resistance.
A little, yellow flower has shown promise in overcoming the obstacle of insulin resistance. Studies show that berberine activates an enzyme in the muscle and liver tissues that improve insulin sensitivity.. It lowers blood sugar by inhibiting absorption of sugars from the intestine and enhancing production of insulin. If that wasn't enough - berberine has been shown to reduce body weight, too. This pretty little flower may be worth a look-see after all.
