Insulin resistance builds silently for years before a diabetes diagnosis. Five practical signs catch it early enough to reverse with diet and exercise.
Growing waist despite stable weight. Afternoon energy crashes after carb-heavy meals.
Skin tags or dark velvety patches (acanthosis nigricans) on the neck or armpits.
Strong sweet cravings 1–2 hours after eating. Elevated triglycerides or low HDL on a routine blood panel.
Strength training. Walking after meals. Waist under half your height. Protein at every meal.
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