When it declines in menopause, women lose many of these protective effects: Improves Insulin Sensitivity enhances how liver, muscle, fat, and pancreatic cells respond to insulin, keeping blood sugar balanced. Supports Pancreatic Function protects insulin-producing beta cells, helping prevent impaired glucose control. Reduces Inflammation lowers pro-inflammatory markers that drive insulin resistance and weight gain. Optimizes Fat Distribution helps prevent visceral (abdominal) fat accumulation, instead favoring subcutaneous fat patterns that are less harmful. Regulates Appetite and Energy signals brain centers that influence hunger and energy expenditure. Protects Cardiovascular Health improves cholesterol, vascular function, and metabolism, lowering cardiometabolic risk. Without estrogen, menopause often leads to increased belly fat, higher blood sugar, and greater cardiovascular risk
It also provides antioxidant protection and brightening support
Gu J, Liu J, Huang T, Zhang W, Jia B, Mu N, Zhang K, Hao Q, Li W, Liu W, Zhang W, Zhang Y, Xue X, Zhang C, Li M (2018) The protective and anti-inflammatory effects of a modified glucagon-like peptide-2 dimer in inflammatory bowel disease
To make sure Lantus is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: liver or kidney disease
Zhang Y, Liu R, Chen Y, Cao Z, Liu C, Bao R, et al
