insulin sensitivity
Cellular sugar absorption
Insulin sensitivity is how effectively the body's cells respond to insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar.
High insulin sensitivity means cells readily absorb glucose from the bloodstream; low sensitivity (insulin resistance) means they don't, forcing the pancreas to produce more insulin.
Exercise improves insulin sensitivity.
The concept is central to understanding diabetes and metabolic health.
- metforminBiguanide glucose-lowering drug
- obesityExcess body fat condition
- glucosePrimary cellular fuel
- fasting glucoseBlood sugar measured unfed
- weight lossReduction in body mass
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