Insulin Resistance
Description
A condition where the body's cells become resistant to the effects of insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels
Root Causes
Mechanisms that promote this
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Diseases affected by this mechanism
Sources
[1] Insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome across various tissues: an updated review of pathogenesis, evaluation, and treatment
[2] Diets with lower carbohydrate concentrations improve insulin sensitivity in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A meta-analysis