
The Ins and Outs of Insulin Resistance
By Marisa Weiss, M.D. on October 24th, 2013 Tags: BPA, health, insulin, sugar, weightYou’ve probably heard many reasons why you should avoid sugary foods: tooth decay, lack of any nutritional value, and weight gain among them. But did you know that a diet high in sugar also may lead to a serious condition called insulin resistance?
Insulin is hormone that’s made in the pancreas and works throughout the body. Its job is to regulate your blood sugar levels …