Importance of Diet and Exercise in Prevention of Insulin Resistance
CELL HEALTH CLINIC LLC DUBAI DR. JINSHY **Importance of Diet and Exercise in Prevention of Insulin Resistance** During the past half-century, there has been a dramatic increase in the incidence of obesity, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. A hallmark feature of these conditions is impaired glucose tolerance (IGT). Studies have provided direct evidence that a lack of physical activity and improper diet is strongly associated with IGT. However, during the past few decades, significant progress has been made towards understanding the molecular basis underlying the beneficial effects of diet and exercise (yoga) in stimulating the entry of glucose into insulin-sensitive tissues. Studies also confirm the beneficial effect of weight reduction on hyperinsulinemia in obese individuals through proper diet and exercise. Insulin resis...