Not All Fat Created Equal: Certain Body Fat Reduces Insulin Resistance

Tuesday, May 6, 2008 - 19:21 in Health & Medicine

It has long been known that type 2 diabetes is linked to obesity, particularly fat inside the belly. Now, researchers have found that fat from other areas of the body can actually reduce insulin resistance and improve insulin sensitivity. Researchers have found that subcutaneous fat can reduce insulin resistance and improve insulin sensitivity.

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