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May 11, 2001

Insulin, Weight and Weight Loss

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Question from New York, USA:

What is the danger of using insulin for protein synthesis if one covers the insulin with x amount of carbohydrates?

Answer:

From: DTeam Staff

The main danger of using insulin to increase lean body mass, even if the risks of hypoglycemia are meticulously avoided, is that it promotes the deposition of fat.

DOB