I have done a low carb diet, and also a modified paleo diet, and found that definitely carbs do make me gain weight (very rapidly). I have a friend who is doing a raw vegan diet who says that animal protein can also raise insulin, and that a raw vegan diet that is mostly green veggies and low glycemic nuts, seeds and a few fruits like tomatoes is better to control insulin levels and lose weight. I don't know whom to believe. I know that I need lots of protein and I do also eat some green veggies. I do get tired of meat sometimes. Is there any information about the paleo diet and its effects on insulin?