How To Reverse Insulin Resistance

By Audrey McGuire


Glucose can sometimes build up in people's blood because something has gone wrong with the process whereby it is absorbed into the rest of the body. The body, then has to make more and more of the hormone responsible for controlling this, but in the end, may be unable to do so. The person then becomes pre-diabetic before finally succumbing to Type 2 diabetes, which can have a big impact on their life. Knowing how to reverse insulin resistance is therefore vital.

There are lots of different causes of this condition, and it's more common among certain races of people than others, and in the older population. Some hormones and medicines, particularly steroids, can make it more likely. Being overweight, and the sleep disorder, sleep apnoea, which is linked to obesity, are connected, as is smoking cigarettes or pipes. It is important to consult a doctor for advice, but there are several life style changes which can greatly help this condition.

Exercise is one of the main things somebody faced with this condition can do. Obviously, it's important to consult a doctor before embarking on a new exercise regime. When muscles are used they burn glucose, and the more muscle a person has, the better able their body is to use up the sugar in their blood. A mixture of aerobic activities such as power walking or running and muscle-building exercise, such as weight lifting would be ideal for people worried about preventing these diseases. Making simple changes to lifestyle, such as getting off the bus a few stops early, so having a walk after work, can help while building up fitness.

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.

People who smoke should plan to stop because smoking is another thing that can cause this condition, as well as other serious diseases. There are a wide variety of products and medications available to help quit. If someone is struggling to give up it is worthwhile visiting a health-care professional for help and advice.

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.

In addition to losing weight, people faced with this problem should take a look at what they eat. High carbohydrate foods, like cakes and biscuits, cause the blood sugar to surge and more hormones need to be released to try and control it. Low carbohydrate diets are therefore the answer and there are many books and recipes available. A low fat diet is also important for health and weight loss.

There are plenty of ways to reverse insulin resistance. These all involve taking care to live a healthy life, which has the benefit of making people feel better as well as avoiding becoming diabetic. Healthy diets and exercise can also help prevent a wide variety of other health conditions.




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