insulin resistance
Related Questions & Answers
Results 1-5 from 5 articles
Insulin Resistance in Charleston, SC
Asked by L.Y. from Charleston
on September 13, 2006
-
I visited the local metabolic clinic and was told that my weight issue stems from insulin resistance; which is genetic. I cannot afford metabolic clinic visits ($400 ...
Answers
- Hi L., I would suggest calling the health department in your county and asking if they can provide you any services. They usually have adult care clinics.
- I don't think it would hurt to try a low-carb, high protein diet like Atkins. Before I went on the Atkins diet, I read one of his books & everything he says points to...
- I also was diagnosised with Insulin Resistence by my OB/GYN, after the birth of my second child. No matter what I did I've always been overweight. But she noticed dark...
Just Diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Insulin Resistance HELP
Asked by T.C. from Los Angeles
on June 4, 2009
-
I have recently been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and insulin resistance. It was suggested to me to take the prescribed medications, maintain a healthy die...
Answers
- I have a horrible case of PCOS and after trying to go the natural route, the only two things that have helped is either glucaphage (meds) or herbs from Insulite Labs. ...
- I don't know if it will work with medically diagnosed insulin resistance, but have you read The Sugar Solution? It's a book about developing insulin resistance throug...
- Hi T., I also have PCOS. I have the exact same symptoms you have been experiencing as well. Also you might want to be aware to possibly expect some slight facial ...
Need Help with Overweight Gifted Child in Burleson
Asked by S.W. from Dallas
on May 27, 2008
-
My 9-year-old son has insulin resistance, and he has always been large for his age. He is also highly gifted, so he is doubly cursed (blessed) by looking older than h...
Answers
- I would like to suggest Wii Fit for your whole family. It has trainers and all the exercises are fun. You should see a demonstration of it and see if it is something...
- Does your son like video games? How about Wii Fit? I just discovered it today and am thinking of trying it at home not only for my daughter, but for myself as well.
- You should contact Dr. Maria Fisher. See this article. http://www.nbc5i.com/committobefit/6284420/detail.html She was our pediatrician for years. She is very nice and ...
Seeking Advice on Metformin
Asked by K.R. from Dayton
on August 5, 2008
-
I am writing to see if anyone has any experience with using Metformin. My doctor recently prescribed it for insulin resistance/metabolic syndrome. I also have hypoth...
Answers
- I am on Metformin right now for insulin resistance. It makes me nauseous most of the time but the dr says my body will eventually get used to it. Weight loss is the ke...
- Hi K., With Metformin I dropped 50lbs with an excercise program daily with cardio. After I lost the 50lbs I maintained at a good weight for 6 yrs. It also helped m...
- My only problems were nausea (sp?). I suppose taking it with food would help, which I tried, but I still was nausious. I didn't lose any weight, but I don't have muc...
Seeking Diet Suggestions for Hypoglycemia/insulin Resistance
Asked by D.R. from New York
on April 21, 2008
-
Hi mommies! I have hypoglycemia, PCOS and insulin resistance. I am really having trouble losing weight now that I have stopped nursing. I know that I need to eat be...
Answers
- Hi D., Many years ago, I was hypoglycemic also. I stayed away from things that had sugar but ate proteins that would break down and continually stay in my system, ex...
- D., i have PCOS too and always have a hard time losing weight. the only thing that takes the weight off for me is regular exercise. it usually takes me at least 3 mont...
- There is a wonderful book called Ultrametabolism written by an MD that addresses your situation. I forget the name of the doctor who wrote it. Some of his guidelines a...
