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Why is being overweight a factor of insulin resistance?
Why is being overweight a factor of insulin resistance?
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 09 Dec 2024
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Why is insulin resistance regarded as a metabolic disorder?
Most people who have metabolic syndrome have insulin resistance. The body makes insulin to move glucose (sugar) into cells for use as energy. This why it is also known as a metabolic disorder.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Does intermittent fasting help prevent diabetes?
Yes, fasting for 16 hours have been beneficial to keep diabetes in control.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Do people with diabetes type 2 have normal insulin levels?
No, they have faulty insulin secretion which leads to type 2 diabetes.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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How to reverse metabolic syndrome?
Losing weight, eating healthy and exercising daily will reverse metabolic syndrome.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Does running help insulin resistance?
YesLast updated on 09 Dec 2024
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