Insulin Resistance

Description

A condition where the body's cells become resistant to the effects of insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels

Mechanisms that promote this

[ 3 ] Steven E Shoelson et al. (2006) DOI PMID

Mechanisms affected by this

Diseases affected by this mechanism

Sources

[1] Insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome across various tissues: an updated review of pathogenesis, evaluation, and treatment
[ 1 ] Han Zhao et al. (2023) DOI PMID
[2] Diets with lower carbohydrate concentrations improve insulin sensitivity in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A meta-analysis
[ 2 ] Leonardo M Porchia et al. (2020) DOI PMID
[3] Inflammation and insulin resistance.
[ 3 ] Steven E Shoelson et al. (2006) DOI PMID
[4] Insulin resistance as a predictor of age-related diseases
[ 4 ] F S Facchini et al. (2001) DOI PMID