Hyperinsulinemia
Hyperinsulinemia
Approach
Hyperinsulinemia is often a precursor to Type II diabetes. In an effort to compensate for insulin resistance, the pancreas manufactures and secretes excessive amounts of insulin. Insulin levels become elevated before blood glucose levels are elevated, rather than in response to them. Prevention and treatment protocols focus on controlling insulin secretion. Hyperinsulinemia can be treated in the same way as Type II diabetes, with lifestyle counseling, exercise, dietary therapy, nutrient supplements, and botanical medicines. Hormone supplementation has been proven to help control hyperinsulinemia.
Clinical Nutrition
Hormone Supplements (WT3 Therapy): Many patients with Type II diabetes and hyperinsulinemia have low body temperatures and can benefit from WT3 therapy. If the thyroid system appears to need help, WT3 therapy and/or other thyroid support can always be used. WT3 therapy does not need to be taken for life, unless the patient has Hashimoto’s disease. The improvements are often lasting, but WT3 alone will not always normalize insulin levels. Increasing body temperature is indicative of increasing metabolism, which results in increased uptake of glucose of the cells.
Hyperinsulinemia Hormone Supplements
| Hormone/ Drug | Indication | Pharmacology |
| Pregnenolone | Adrenal tonic | Low adrenal function is associated with hypometabolism causing weight gain |
| DHEA | Adrenal tonic | Low levels associated with dysglycemia |
| Liothyronine | WTS protocol helps with euthyroid and hypothyroidism | Low thyroid function causes weight gain and decreases insulin receptivity |
Caution: Thyroid hormone supplementation can cause potentially lethal cardiac consequences in diabetics. Due to the increased cardiovascular risk, caution should be used when administering thyroid hormones.
