Do you know what insulin resistance is?
Insulin resistance is a condition in which the body’s cells become less effective at responding to insulin.
Insulin is a hormone that helps regulate blood glucose levels. Its main task is to allow cells to take in glucose, or sugar, from the blood into their interiors, where it can be used as energy.
In the case of insulin resistance, cells become less sensitive to insulin signals. This means they need more of this hormone to transport glucose into the cells.
As a result, blood glucose levels can rise, which can lead to insulin resistance and, consequently, to type 2 diabetes if the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin to meet the body’s needs.
Insulin resistance is often associated with overweight, lack of physical activity, and an improperly managed diet.
To effectively manage insulin resistance and deal with this issue, it is necessary to implement physical activity and follow a diet with so-called low glycemic index. This means choosing products that do not cause a rapid increase in blood glucose levels and do not lead to insulin secretion disorders. This way, we can regulate glycemia, prevent, and reduce insulin resistance in our body.
Autorka: Magdalena Makarowska-dietetyk kliniczna
