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Insulin Resistance

Endocrine SystemchronicVery CommonPreventable

Also known as: Prediabetes, Metabolic Syndrome, Impaired Glucose Tolerance

Over 1 billion people estimated

affected Globally

Precursor to #9 cause of death (diabetes)

death Rank

Increasingly common from age 30

age Range

Yes - through diet and exercise

preventable

Reversible with lifestyle changes

duration

Insulin resistance occurs when cells in the body don't respond effectively to insulin, causing the pancreas to produce more insulin to compensate. Over time, this leads to elevated blood sugar and is the precursor to type 2 diabetes. It is closely linked to metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions including high blood pressure, obesity, and abnormal cholesterol.

Who's at Risk?

Overweight or obese individuals

Waist circumference over 40 inches (men) or 35 inches (women)

Sedentary lifestyle

Family history of diabetes

Age over 40

PCOS sufferers

Sleep deprivation

High-sugar diet

This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment.

Related Conditions

Diabetes Type 2 High Cholesterol Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Fatty Liver Disease Obesity

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