A quick explanation of what insulin resistance is. In this 4 minute video, I explain insulin resistance and why it leads to fatigue, cravings, and weight gain.

Insulin is a hormone that is very important to your metabolism. It controls what happens to the carbohydrates you eat. When you eat carbs, your digestive tract breaks them down into sugar and sends the sugar (glucose) to your blood. Insulin carries the blood glucose to 3 cells: your liver cells, muscle cells, and fat cells, where it can be used or stored for future energy.

If you're insulin resistant, your cells are ''resistant'' to insulin. In other words, insulin takes the glucose to your cells, but your cells lock their doors and don't let the glucose inside. Your pancreas pumps out more insulin to force the doors open, but this increased insulin inhibits fat burning. Because the cells don't have glucose for energy, you feel tired and you crave more carbs.

To fix insulin resistance:
Sleep at least 7 hours
Exercise regularly
Diet: Choose slow-digesting carbohydrates

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Disclaimer: Dr. Becky Gillaspy, DC received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1991. Her use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to herself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Gillaspy was a licensed chiropractor in Pennsylvania, but she no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Gillaspy and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr Becky Fitness LLC and Dr. Rebecca Gillaspy, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

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