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do you think i may have insulin resistance ?

I was reading in the daily mirror today about insulin resistance and i think i may have it.

They said that people who constantly over eat and store most fat around there stomach are signs and about diabetes in the family. And the sufferers like eating lots of sweet food (crisps, biscuit…)

I am slim all over (legs, arms…) but my stomach looks like i am 2/3 months pregnant.

I can eat for ages / alot and not feel full – in fact i hardly ever feel full and constantly want to eat things like chocolate, biscuit and crisps.

No one in my family suffer from diabetes that i know of other than my cousin on my dads side, and i am more like my dad than my mum.

Do you think there is a chance of me having it. if you need any other info tell me and i will add it in as a edit.

thanks

There’s always a chance, especially if you’re overweight. A lot of women have PCOS (Poly-cystic Ovarian Syndrome) and insulin resistance is one of the major symptoms. The fact that no one else in your family has diabetes bodes well for you, as Type 2 usually, not always, has a genetic component.

I am not trying to scare you, of course, but there’s no harm in getting tested. Insulin resistance can turn into diabetes, and high levels of serum insulin in the body (caused by insulin resistance) can be dangerous. You’ll want to ask your doctors for a c-peptide to measure your insulin levels, as well as a fasting blood glucose and an HbA1c. The blood sugar readings might come back normal even if you do have insulin resistance.

You can start helping yourself today by losing excess weight, restricting your carbohydrate intake, and exercising at least three times a week. Best of luck to you.

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