#Insulin Resistance

Insulin resistance is when cells in your muscles, fat, and liver don't respond well to insulin and can't easily take up glucose from your blood. As a result, your pancreas makes more insulin to help glucose enter your cells.

Simplified sketch of a cell resisting insulin keys, causing glucose to build up.

Over time, this can lead to elevated blood sugar levels. Common signs include:

• Energy dips, especially after meals
• Cravings for sugar and carbs
• Difficulty losing weight around the midsection