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Can you be insulin resistant if you're not overweight?

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Can you be insulin resistant if you're not overweight?

Yes

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is the risk associated with Metabolic Syndrome?

Obesity and being overweight are two main reasons of metbolic syndrome.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Why is being overweight a factor of insulin resistance?

Obesity, especially too much fat in the abdomen and around the organs, called visceral fat, is a main cause of insulin resistance. A waist measurement of 40 inches or more for men and 35 inches or more for women is linked to insulin resistance.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How effective is insulin resistance treatment?

It is very effective. One needs to keep a check on weight gain and avoid foods with high glycemic index.

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Has anyone cured insulin resistance within themselves?

Yes, by eating foods with low glycemic index and exercising daily.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is insulin resistance? How do you overcome it?

Obesity, especially too much fat in the abdomen and around the organs, called visceral fat, is a main cause of insulin resistance. A waist measurement of 40 inches or more for men and 35 inches or more for women is linked to insulin resistance.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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