Insulin resistance drives the development of type II diabetes. However, it often is not explored when discussing prevention or treatment of pre-diabetes. Insulin resistance can start before pre-diabetes, and addressing it early can help improve your health and reduce the likelihood of developing a chronic illness.

Insulin resistance is a hidden driver of heart health problems. A functional medicine approach looks beyond cholesterol to advanced labs that assess insulin, inflammation, and metabolism, helping reveal risks early and guide personalized prevention.