Yep. In fact, that's the point that Gerald Reaven makes in his book on Insulin resistance -- in his insulin resistance diet he substitutes fats for carbohydates. Of course, he is phobic toward saturated fat so he doesn't recommend eating a la Atkins. He recommends vegetables oils in place of carbs. Sally Fallon also recommends a diet where the calories come mainly from fat, very moderate protein and fairly low on the carbs. Check out how Sally eats: http://westonaprice.org/nutrition_guidelines/boarddiets.html Although she doesn't eat strictly paleo -- she definitely makes a point of getting enough fat in her diet. Liz [log in to unmask] wrote: > On Friday, May 14, 2004, at 12:08 Asia/Tokyo, Lynnet Bannion wrote: > >> our goal is to keep your insulin nice and low, so: small meals, not >> much fruit. This prevents insulin resistance, which leads to Type 2 >> diabetes. >> I've got a lot of diabetes in my family on my father's side, > > > Me too, on one side, so it is a question. So far so good in my > generation. > > I do have one question regarding insulin and fasting glucose. Insulin > is raised when you eat starch/sugar, of course. But it is also raised > if you eat a high protein meal even with low carb. So, my question is, > if your goal is low insulin/low blood glucose, wouldn't a diet where > the energy comes mainly from fat be best? That is, low carb, low to > moderate protein, high fat. -- Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop@Netscape! http://shopnow.netscape.com/