Insulin Resistance with Normal Blood Sugar?

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Summary of Transcript:
Insulin resistance occurs when cells in the body no longer respond to insulin correctly and cannot take in excess glucose from the blood, causing symptoms like belly fat, high blood pressure, and skin tags. While doctors typically only test fasting blood sugar, fasting insulin is the only way to know for sure if someone is insulin resistant. Early stages of insulin resistance can last up to a decade, during which fasting blood sugar can still be normal but fasting insulin is elevated. Insulin resistance can be reversible through simple diet and lifestyle changes. Testing triglyceride to HDL ratio and taking a weight biology kit can also indicate insulin resistance. Over 80% of American adults have metabolic syndrome, which is the same as insulin resistance, and it can lead to type 2 diabetes, heart diseases, and more.

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The video discusses insulin resistance and its early stages, which may not show up as high blood sugar. It mentions an at-home insulin resistance test and a triglyceride to HDL ratio as other indicators of insulin resistance. The video also notes that metabolic syndrome is often linked to insulin resistance. The content includes links for related products with some being affiliate links, and a disclaimer is included that the video is not a substitute for medical advice.

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Insulin Resistance: What You Need to Know

Insulin resistance is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Typically, a person with insulin resistance has higher than normal levels of insulin, which leads to numerous health problems. However, what happens when a person has all the symptoms of insulin resistance but “normal” blood sugar? Can a person still be insulin resistant with normal blood sugar levels? Health Coach Kait tackles this question and more in her latest video.

Can You Be Insulin Resistant with Normal Blood Sugar?

The short answer is yes. Insulin resistance is not solely based on blood sugar levels. Instead, it is determined by the body’s inability to use insulin effectively. In a healthy individual, insulin transports glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream into cells to be used as energy. However, in an insulin-resistant individual, this process is impaired, and glucose remains in the bloodstream, leading to elevated blood sugar levels.

Insulin Resistance Spectrum

Insulin resistance occurs along a spectrum, with each stage becoming progressively more severe. The early stages of insulin resistance may not show any symptoms, and the person may have normal blood sugar levels. This stage is known as prediabetes, which means the person is at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Insulin Resistance Test

The most common way to diagnose insulin resistance is through a blood test called HOMA-IR (Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance). If a person has a high HOMA-IR score, it means they have insulin resistance. Unfortunately, this test is not widely available and can be expensive.

At-Home Insulin Resistance Test

Fortunately, there is an alternative way to test for insulin resistance from the comfort of your home. Health Coach Kait recommends an at-home insulin resistance test that measures the triglyceride to HDL ratio. This ratio is a reliable indicator of insulin resistance, and the test is more affordable and accessible than traditional blood tests.

Metabolic Syndrome and Insulin Resistance

Metabolic syndrome is a condition that affects several people worldwide and is characterized by multiple health problems such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat, and abnormal cholesterol levels. Insulin resistance plays a vital role in the development of metabolic syndrome. Early detection of insulin resistance can help prevent metabolic syndrome and its associated health problems.

The Bottom Line

Insulin resistance is a severe health condition that can lead to numerous health problems. However, it is not solely based on blood sugar levels. An insulin-resistant person can have normal blood sugar levels, and the only way to detect it is through an insulin resistance test. Health Coach Kait recommends an at-home insulin resistance test that measures the triglyceride to HDL ratio. Early detection of insulin resistance can help prevent metabolic syndrome and its associated health problems. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional with questions you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

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0:00 Intro
1:30 Can you be insulin resistant with normal blood sugar?
1:47 Insulin resistance spectrum
2:34 Early stages of insulin resistance
3:28 Insulin resistance test
4:02 HOMA-IR score
4:30 At-home insulin resistance test
5:09 Triglyceride to HDL ratio
5:48 Metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance

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