insulin resistance

noun

: reduced sensitivity to insulin by the body's insulin-dependent processes (such as glucose uptake and lipolysis) that is typical of type 2 diabetes but often occurs in the absence of diabetes

Examples of insulin resistance in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Another possibility is that both sugars and artificial sweeteners can disrupt the healthy balance of gut bacteria in the GI tract, which may lead to the development of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes, says Prest. —Perri Ormont Blumberg, TIME, 9 Apr. 2024

Abdominal or central obesity (having a large waist circumference) along with insulin resistance are considered the two most important risk factors.6 What Is Metabolic Syndrome? Causes of a High Waist Circumference A larger waist circumference is often caused by intra-abdominal visceral fat. —Elizabeth Woolley, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2024

Research has found that cirrhosis is commonly associated with insulin resistance, which can raise blood sugar. —Barbie Cervoni, Health, 2 Apr. 2024

While sugar certainly has a place in our diet, drinking chai tea with loads of sugar can present issues for those with weight loss goals or insulin resistance. —Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2024

Because insulin resistance is a precursor to both, researchers estimate the number of people with insulin resistance is much higher. —Knvul Sheikh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Feb. 2024

Also referred to as belly fat, visceral fat surrounds the internal organs and is associated with insulin resistance. —Kelly Wood, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2024

Exercise helps regulate hormone levels, decreases insulin resistance, and reduces inflammation, which may all contribute to lowered cancer risk. —Dominique Fluker, Essence, 22 Mar. 2024

Inositol, which can naturally be found in foods like fruits, beans, grains, and nuts, has been shown to help decrease insulin resistance, regulate blood sugars, promote healthy hormone levels, and potentially improve egg quality. —Casey Seiden, Parents, 22 Mar. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

insulin resistance

noun

: reduced sensitivity to insulin by the body's insulin-dependent processes (as glucose uptake, lipolysis, and inhibition of glucose production by the liver) that results in decreased activity of these processes or an increase in insulin production or both and that is typical of type 2 diabetes but often occurs in the absence of diabetes