Condition Description
A cluster of abnormalities associated with high insulin levels in response to high carbohydrate intake
Common Symptoms
- Coronary artery disease
- Hypertension
- Adult-onset diabetes
- Obesity
- Stroke
Underlying Causes
- Excessive carbohydrate intake
- Aging
- Medications such as steroids
- External administration of insulin for treatment of diabetes
Traditional Approach
- Medically treat complications arising from Insulin Resistance such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, diabetes or stroke
- Metformin
- Gastric bypass or gastric banding for obesity
EHC Approach
- Improve diet by reducing carbohydrate intake and reducing/eliminating processed or junk food
- Increase intake of vegetables and protein
- Exercise and weight management
- Supplementation of Omega-3 fatty acids through flax or fish oil