Top 3 Supplements for Insulin Resistance
Dr. Samina Mitha, ND discusses the top 3 supplements for insulin resistance based on research. Learn about insulin resistance signs, and treatment options.
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5 Skin Signs of Insulin Resistance
Dr. Samina Mitha, ND discusses the 5 skin signs of insulin resistance that she commonly sees in her practice, and that have been noted in research.
In Lean PCOS, Insulin Resistance is Often Missed, as Illustrated by This Study on the Microbiome
A new study just released on gut microbiome and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) showed some fascinating results: it showed that women with PCOS have fewer types of gut bacteria AND very different microbiomes than women who don’t have the condition. This study concluded that this effect was due to testosterone, rather than metabolic issues or insulin …
Dairy Products, and Their Link to Insulin Resistance
When most people think about low-fat dairy products, they don’t immediately think of a correlation with insulin resistance. After all, fat-free yogurt and kefir are touted as ideal health foods, especially if people want to lose weight, right? Well, not so right. A recent Iranian study, which followed 1,205 participants for 2.3 years, has shown that Branched Chain …
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How to Test for Insulin Resistance: Your Comprehensive Guide
Knowing which test to order for insulin resistance can be confusing and negative tests for diabetes can be misleading. This article summarizes with accuracy which are the best tests to order to know definitively if you have insulin resistance and risks for metabolic conditions like diabetes.
Insulin Resistance and Fertility: Part 4
Part 4: of Insulin Resistance and Fertility: Supplements Originally published by Dr. Fiona McCulloch in Naturopathic Currents in September 2013, you can read the original article here. This article has been broken down into a four part series, links to the other parts of this series are listed below: Part 1 covers Insulin Resistance Part …
Insulin Resistance and Fertility: Part 3
Part 3: of Insulin Resistance and Fertility Originally published by Dr. Fiona McCulloch in Naturopathic Currents in September 2013, you can read the original article here. This article has been broken down into a four part series, links to the other parts of this series are listed below: Part 1 covers Insulin Resistance Part 2 …
Insulin Resistance and Fertility: Part 2
Part 2: of Insulin Resistance and Fertility Originally published by Dr. Fiona McCulloch in Naturopathic Currents in September 2013, you can read the original article here. This article has been broken down into a four part series, links to the other parts of this series are listed below: Part 1 covers Insulin Resistance Part 3 …
Insulin Resistance and Fertility: Part 1
Part 1: of Insulin Resistance and Fertility Originally published by Dr. Fiona McCulloch in Naturopathic Currents in September 2013, you can read the original article here. This article has been broken down into a four part series, links to the other parts of this series are listed below: Part 2 covers How does Insulin Resistance affects Fertility Part …
Insulin Resistance
Insulin Resistance: a state or condition (not a disease as such) in which a person’s body tissues have a lowered level of response to insulin, a hormone secreted by the pancreas that helps to regulate the level of glucose (sugar) in the body.
How Sleep Impacts Insulin Levels and Metabolism
Every time we eat, we release insulin into our bodies. This hormone’s main role is to move sugar from our circulatory system into our cells, making it an anabolic hormone; or a hormone that builds. In states of insulin resistance, seen frequently in overweight people and women with PCOS, insulin levels are chronically high. As …
How Walnuts affect Insulin Levels
In a recent study, 28 subjects with high body mass index (but without diabetes), were chosen to test the effect that walnuts have on the body. Specifically, the study focused on why these nuts in particular are linked to better metabolic health. Two types of meals were selected for the participants: either a standard meal, …
Weight Loss Program Using Food Insulin Demand – For Existing Clinic Patients
NOTE: To qualify for this program you must be a pre-existing clinic patient. We also offer a similar program for new patients but the first visit is 1.5 hours long as more information gathering is required. At White Lotus we understand that it’s easier for some people to lose weight than others. This is not …
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Food Insulin Demand – A Dietary Metric for PCOS and Metabolic Health
PCOS includes distressing symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles, weight gain, infertility, acne, hair loss and increased facial hair growth in women. Central to the condition is insulin resistance – although not every woman with PCOS suffers with insulin resistance, it affects the vast majority. In this article, I’ll begin to explain an easy-to-follow dietary method …
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Gluten causes Leptin Resistance
Gluten has been linked to a 50% increase in leptin resistance at concentrations found in human blood after eating a typical gluten-containing meal. If you are trying to lose weight its crucial to eliminate gluten or it will likely be a stumbling block to progress.
