What are the causes and risk factors of insulin resistance?
Excess body fat especially visceral
High blood sugar
High levels of fat in triglycerides released from abdominal fat
Steroids (e.g. prednisone)
Glucosamine supplements
Excess insulin production or injection
Certain medications including some diabetes, cholesterol, birth control and thyroid medications
High levels of stress which causes the release of the hormone epinephrine
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Infection
DehydrationWhat are the symptoms of insulin resistance?
High blood sugar levels
High fasting glucose levels
High serum insulin levels
Constant hunger/cravings especially for carbohydrates
Difficult losing weight
