It's called Insulin Resistance and it's not a diabetic thing.
Insulin makes you fat. 1 to 2 pounds per year as we get older and voila...obesity.
The book "The Obesity Code" is an excellent read and explains it in detail. Using IF (intermittent fasting) is the answer. It allows the body to "reset" and break the cycle.
My diet is not one that would be considered anywhere near a junk food or unhealthy diet. But eating normally every day keeps the pressure on as far as the insulin production in the body and the glycogen production. Yet, I've been unable to maintain or lose weight. Over the last few years I've gained 14 pounds. I plan on reversing that by using IF. It's been going well so far.
But...I did see what Christie was chowing down on at that ball game and I think he may have a serious refined/processed carbohydrate addiction. Thus, the girth.
So THAT’S why I’m fat?.....Okay, I’ll tell my wife. She thinks it’s because I eat too much cake and ice cream and stuff like that..............
You are right on the money about insulin. Intermittent Fasting is fantastic. I’m gradually losing a couple of pounds per month and I’m eating normal stuff.
Dr. Jason Fung did a series about IF on YouTube which is based on his research and experience as a kidney doctor. I highly recommend it.