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Insulin resistance

April, 20th, 2023


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The hormone insulin helps control the amount of sugar (glucose) in the blood. With insulin resistance, the body’s cells don’t respond normally to insulin. Glucose can’t enter the cells as easily, so it builds up in the blood. This can eventually lead to type 2 diabetes.


Overview

Weight loss and exercise can help reverse insulin resistance.

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