"Standard fasting glucose tests only tell half the story. You need Fasting Insulin to understand if your 'pump' is working too hard to maintain standard blood sugar."
The standard reference range for insulin is often too wide. While a 20 might be 'normal' on a lab report, specialists suggest an optimal level should be under 10.
High insulin signals ovaries to produce excess testosterone and can lead to dark skin patches (Acanthosis Nigricans) and skin tags.
Testing fasting insulin can identify insulin resistance years before glucose levels start to rise.
Impact on Cycle
- Androgen Production Signals ovaries to produce excess testosterone.
- Skin Changes Leads to dark skin patches and skin tags.
- Energy Crashes Causes blood sugar to drop too low after meals.
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