Sugar rush and crash

A sugar rush and crash is a phenomenon frequently observed in individuals consuming a diet high in glycemic index, particularly concerning glycemic load. This rapid elevation of glucose following the intake of a high glycemic load food prompts a swift release of the hormone insulin, enabling the body to both utilize the glucose and regulate blood glucose levels.

Sugar Rush and Crash and Overeating

The quick absorption of glucose after consuming high glycemic index meals results in hormonal and metabolic shifts. Notably, sugar rush and crash can lead to overeating.

Sugar Rush and Crash and Insulin Resistance

The body's potential resistance to the actions of the anabolic hormone, insulin, suggests that the sugar rush and crash phenomenon may contribute to the widespread occurrence of insulin resistance.

Sugar Rush and Crash and Weight Gain

Compensating for insulin resistance entails an increase in insulin production, an anabolic hormone, which subsequently leads to weight gain. Elevated insulin levels can also induce metabolic starvation, rendering one's fat stores inaccessible between meals.

Sugar Rush and Crash and Metabolic Starvation

Metabolic starvation can be likened to possessing a Swiss bank account where deposits can be made, but retrieval is impossible due to a forgotten password. This form of starvation, prevalent among the obese or overweight, often drives overeating. Unfortunately, many, including healthcare professionals, misinterpret this metabolic starvation in the obese, resulting in victim-blaming.

Insulin Resistance and Weight Gain

Research indicates that up to 71% of the U.S. population exhibits some form of insulin resistance, contributing to their weight gain. Contrary to popular belief, it's not merely personal habits but their metabolism that facilitates weight gain due to insulin's anabolic effects.

Sumo Wrestlers and Insulin Resistance

Sumo Wrestlers in Japan utilize insulin resistance to deliberately gain excess weight, aiming for an ideal competition weight between 400-600 pounds. They adopt a diet abundant in high-glycemic carbohydrates, driving them into insulin resistance and promoting rapid weight gain. This strategy mirrors practices in animal husbandry, where livestock are fed starch-rich diets, notably high glycemic index corn, to accelerate weight gain.

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