Simple Ways To Reverse Insulin Resistance

By Audrey McGuire


It is important to reverse insulin resistance because otherwise this condition will cause prediabetes, then type 2 diabetes, a serious life-long condition. Everyone's body produces this hormone, which works to make glucose in the blood enter the muscle, fat and liver cells. However, if these cells do not respond correctly to the hormone released, the pancreas have to make more and more. Eventually, they are no longer able to make enough, leading to too much glucose in the blood.

Anybody who is worried about this condition should see their doctor for professional advice. Some people are more likely to suffer from this problem than others, as there are a variety of contributory factors, some of which, such as ethnicity and old age, it is not possible to prevent. Certain hormones, medication, sleep problems can also lead to this condition, as can steroid use, smoking, obesity and lack of exercise. However, there are ways to correct the problem.

People who are very unfit should take particular attention to see a doctor and ask for advice on taking exercise. Some of the cells glucose moves into from the blood stream are muscle cells, and the more muscles move, and the more muscle mass there is in the body, the less the likelihood of glucose build-up in the blood. Exercise designed to increase muscle mass is obviously a great idea, as is aerobic exercise. Some people may be too unfit to suddenly take up running or weight lifting, but anyone can start with a few gentle walks, as this is a small step in the right direction.

There is a link between this condition and being overweight, especially if the person can be described as 'apple shaped', with a lot of fat on their belly. This fat does much more than looking unattractive; it produces hormones that can upset the body's workings. Doctors often run clinics to help with weight loss, and obviously weight loss, combined with exercises designed to target the middle, are great steps to take to relieve this condition.

Doctors can also advise on the best way for people to quit smoking, as smoking is linked to this condition. Different methods suit different people and it may be a case of trial and error. Giving up smoking has a whole range of health benefits so is extremely worthwhile.

It is debatable whether vitamin D levels are linked to this condition, but a deficiency is a possible cause. People with dark skin who live in areas where there is little sun would be wise to consult their doctor about taking vitamin tablets. A general multi-vitamin is useful for most people.

Diet is very important and not just for losing weight. If a diet is made up largely of processed high carbohydrate foods, these will cause the consumer's blood sugar to spike when they are eaten, making it harder for the body to keep it at the correct level. So it's far healthier to eat home-cooked and low carbohydrate meals. These should also be low fat, because high cholesterol levels is another risk factor.

As diabetes is a serious illness, it is vital to try to reverse insulin resistance. Fortunately, this is possible by making attempts to change to a healthier life-style. This will also have various other benefits to the person.




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