Noun
insulin resistance (uncountable)
(endocrinology) A pathological condition in which cells fail to respond normally to the hormone insulin.
Insulin resistance can be observed in both normal weight and overweight people, although it is more common in the latter (and in those matching the stricter NIH criteria for diagnosis); 50–80% of people with PCOS may have insulin resistance at some level. Source: Internet
Insulin resistance normally refers to reduced glucose-lowering effects of insulin. Source: Internet
Insulin resistance develops before type 2 diabetes is diagnosed. Source: Internet
Insulin resistance during ketosis is NOT insulin resistance as we see it in type2 diabetes. Source: Internet
Insulin resistance is considered a very early sign that you could be at risk for diabetes, which sets the stage for a number of serious health complications. Source: Internet
Insulin resistance is the body's inability to use insulin, a hormone that has many roles. Source: Internet