Insulin resistance, or low insulin sensitivity, happens when cells throughout the body don’t respond properly to the hormone insulin, especially cells in: Insulin is a pancreatic hormone that allows ...

Insulin resistance is a growing health concern worldwide, linked to a variety of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), Alzheimer's disease, metabolic syndrome, and ...

Kelly et al performed a systematic review to evaluate the association between elevated plasma insulin levels and the traits associated with metabolic syndrome. 9 The metabolic traits examined included ...

Traditional Chinese Medicine shows potential to improve insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome by reshaping the gut ...

Insulin resistance and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) often coexist. Obesity and metabolic syndrome are shared risk factors. Insulin resistance may also promote storage of fat in your liver.