<unk>  <unk>  is a pathological condition in which cells fail to respond normally to the hormone insulin. Insulin is a hormone that allows glucose to enter cells which also reduces blood glucose (blood sugar). Insulin is released by the pancreas in response to carbohydrates consumed in the diet. In states of<unk> , the same amount of insulin does not have the same effect on glucose transport and blood sugar levels. There are many causes of<unk>  and the underlying process is still not completely understood, but sulphate depletion may be the important factor. Risk factors for<unk>  include obesity, sedentary lifestyle, family history of diabetes, various health conditions, and certain medications.<unk>  is considered a component of the metabolic syndrome. There are multiple ways to measure<unk>  such as fasting insulin levels or glucose tolerance tests, but these are not often used in clinical practice.<unk>  can be improved or reversed with lifestyle approaches, such as exercise and dietary changes.
Insulin resistance
Alpha cell hyperplasia
Hyperinsulinism
Sarcopenic obesity
Hypoestrogenism
Reactive hypoglycemia
Thyroid hormone resistance
Abnormal basal metabolic rate