Learn about the relationship between insulin resistance and obesity, and the role sugar plays in creating both health issues.

Woman's Diagnostic online article about screening for insulin resistance syndrome. Concise explanation of the syndrome and appropriate screening.

Summary of their findings, in question-and-answer form.

Detailed definition of the diagnosis code for dysmetabolic syndrome X.

The beginning article of a four part lecture by Ron Rosedale, MD, discussing the importance of insulin.

This information from Stanford defines insulin resistance and lists symptoms and causes including dietary considerations.

Basic explanations about Insulin Resistance: causes, symptoms, prevention.

Comprehensive references and resources about insulin resistance, and the associated conditions of syndrome x, polycystic ovary syndrome, gestational diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Multiple handouts are links to resources.

Information about this syndrome, typically characterized by an abnormality in blood glucose metabolism.

American Academy of Family Physicians descriptive site about this condition. Written for medical professionals; also includes patient handouts.

One physicians opinion about the treatment of Insulin Resistance.

Study about causes of IR, potential nutritional and botanical substances that are capable of positively influencing insulin resistance.

Definition of Insulin Resistance. Discussion boards, self-management programs, exercices to reduce it.

The glycemic index and glycemic load are commonly used to balance insulin and can improve the symptoms of insulin resistance. An article and references by Jane Higdon, Ph.D.

Information on reducing insulin levels by lowering carbohydrate intake.

A continuing medical education monograph on the Metabolic Syndrome, otherwise known as insulin resistance or Syndrome X. In PDF.

Cites the various tests used to identify individuals with insulin resistance, syndrome X, diabetes and polycystic ovarian syndrome. Links to sites that describe these tests and conditions in more detail.

Column by Pat Kendall, PhD, RD of the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension.

One woman's experiences with Syndrome X and tips on living with this disease.

Article arguing for the usefulness of the glycemic index.

Role of sugar and insulin in type 2 diabetes and how insulin resistance can lead to high blood sugar.

This book and web site are dedicated to the topic of Syndrome X and its impact upon health. Tips about metabolism and healthy eating.