Over 40 percent of American adults aged 18 to 44 are affected by insulin resistance, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). However, many people remain unaware they have the condition and overlook the potential health risks it poses.
A prospective cohort study presented at the 2024 European Association for the Study of Diabetes Annual Meeting revealed that insulin resistance is associated with 31 diseases, including gout, sciatica, and Parkinson’s disease. Additionally, in women, insulin resistance is linked to a higher risk of early death.
