The Keys To Solving Insulin Resistance
Insulin Resistance
Signs, Symptoms, Treatment, Diet and Weight Loss.
Also known as: Glucose Intolerance, Insulin Insensitivity, Insulin-Resistance Syndrome, Metabolic Syndrome, Prediabetes,Syndrome X.
Insulin resistance is a condition that involves a decrease in the sensitivity of the body’s cells (in fat, muscle and liver) to the action of Insulin. There is a decrease in the sensitivity of Insulin Receptors has the effect of an ever-increasing production of Insulin, at high levels could potentially be dangerous.
Insulin resistance in fat cells leads to elevated triglycerides and free fatty acids in the blood plasma. Insulin resistance in muscle cells reduces glucose uptake and insulin resistance in livers cells results in impaired glycogen synthesis.
Elevated blood fatty acid concentrations, reduced muscle glucose uptake and increased liver glucose production all contribute to elevated blood glucose concentration are believed to be the origin of metabolic Syndrome and type 2 diabetes and associated complications.
Insulin Resistance Syndrome develops over time as the body slowly loses the ability to control blood sugar levels effectively. The insulin is being produced but the cells become resistant to its action. Only significant changes to your diet and lifestyle can reverse this life threatening process.
Signs and Symptoms of Insulin Resistance
- Fatigue
- Brain Fogginess and inability to focus.
- High blood sugar
- Intestinal bloating. Most intestinal gas is produced from carbohydrates in the diet.
- Sleepiness. Many people with insulin resistance get sleepy immediately after eating a meal containing more than 20% carbohydrates.
- Weight gain, fat storage, difficulty losing weight. The fat in insulin resistance is generally stored in and around abdominal organs in both males and females.
- Increased blood triglyceride levels.
- Depression. Because of the deranged metabolism resulting from insulin resistance, psychological effects such as depression are common.
- Increased blood pressure.
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Treatment for Insulin Resistance
A diet low in carbohydrates, moderate in protein and moderate in fat is an ideal diet for insulin resistance. Things to avoid are: sugar, ice cream, honey, alcoholic beverages, and fructose, artificial sweeteners. Refined products made with Gluten grains are best avoided, -wheat products including pastry, breads, pizza, pasta etc. Limit starchy potatoes, chips, and crisps (sweet potato is suitable to be included). Avoid fried fatty foods and hydrogenised fats (margarines)
Eat more Nuts and seeds: Almonds, Walnuts, Sunflower and pumpkin (pepitas) seeds. Healthy oils such as virgin olive oil, virgin organic coconut oil should be included. Brown rice can be included in small quantities. Non-starchy vegetables should b e planned as the main source of carbohydrates eaten raw lightly cooked.
Good protein sources are chicken, beef lamb, fish, eggs,
Consume a minimum of 8 glasses of filtered water per day (more if you are partaking in physically demanding work).
Weight Loss and Insulin resistance.
By controlling insulin resistance with a targeted diet you will find weight loss much easier and your health and wellness will improve over-all.
Katherine Sabathie-Edwards, Naturopath and Holistic Health coach has developed the Nutri-Focus Weight Loss Diet to target health problems such as insulin resistance, hormone imbalance and hidden food intolerances. Learn more here: http://www.thehealthnut.com.au/healthyweightloss.htm
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