User:U118656/Wikibooks projects/Reversing the Effects of Insulin Resistance by Diet and Exercise fact sheet

==What is insulin resistance? ==

Insulin Resistance (IR) is a condition in which the cells of the body become resistant to the effects of insulin. Thus, a person is said to have impaired glucose tolerance / pre-diabetes. IR results in higher levels of insulin being required to maintain normal blood glucose levels. Eventually, the pancreas may be unable to keep up with insulin demand leading to long term health issues.


 * 1 in 4 adults in Australia may at some time in their life have impaired glucose tolerance


 * Being diagnosed with impaired glucose tolerance does not necessarily mean you will develop diabetes, but it makes you 10-20 times more likely than a normal person


 * It is estimated that up to 1.8 million Australians are living with diabetes / impaired glucose tolerance

==Who is at risk of developing insulin resistance? Patients who -  ==

Classic side effects
A patient with IR may remain asymptomatic (no signs of symptoms) for an extended period of time, classic symptoms are often linked to:

==Recommendations for Insulin Resistance management   ==

Always seek professional health guidance before commencing a training regime

Remember adherance to any form of physical activity is the most crucial step in reversing Insulin Resistance

Further Reading / Informational Sources

 * Diabetes Australia - National Diabetes Services Scheme - http://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/ndss/
 * Department of Health and Ageing – http://www.health.gov.au/
 * Exercise & Sports Science Australia - http://www.essa.org.au/