Why is gaining weight tiring? | Part 2

Why is lipogenesis easier than simply storing the calories you eat? Have you ever wondered why your body stores fat so easily, even if you don't overeat? Well, the answer lies in the way your metabolism works and its survival instinct. Yes, your body is programmed to store energy reserves rather than waste them! Here's why lipogenesis (the storage of fat) is much simpler than simply burning what you eat. 

 1- The body loves to convert excess into fat! When you consume too many carbohydrates and fats, your body quickly converts them into triglycerides to store them as fat. 🔸 Why? Because fat is an ultra-efficient source of energy! 1 gram of fat provides 9 calories, compared to only 4 for carbohydrates and proteins. So, storing fat is an optimal way for the body to save energy for later.

2- Storing fat is a survival strategy! Your body is designed to survive periods of scarcity. For thousands of years, humans didn't have access to a constant supply of food. The result? The body has developed an efficient mechanism: as soon as there's a surplus of energy, it stores it in the form of fat. 🔹 The problem today? We live in a world where food is abundant, but our bodies still function as if they were preparing for famine. Hence the ease with which we gain weight!

3- Lipogenesis is triggered even without excess calories! Contrary to popular belief, lipogenesis can occur even if you don't consume that many calories. A hormonal imbalance, excess carbohydrates, or low energy expenditure are enough to activate fat storage. 🔸 If you eat too much sugar, your body will produce more insulin, a hormone that promotes the conversion of carbohydrates into fat. The higher your insulin level, the more your body is in storage mode!

Conclusion

 Lipogenesis is a natural and extremely efficient process: your body is programmed to store energy whenever it gets the chance. This is why it's so easy to gain weight and much harder to lose those stores. By monitoring your carbohydrate intake, controlling your hormones, and promoting regular physical activity, you can reduce lipogenesis and better manage your weight.

So, ready to take back control of your metabolism?