If you have a family history of type 2 diabetes, have high blood pressure, or carry extra weight around your mid-section, it may be time to talk to your healthcare provider about insulin resistance. A precursor to type 2 diabetes as well as several other health issues, another telltale sign of insulin resistance is acanthosis nigricans, a skin condition characterized by dark, velvety patches usually found in body folds and creases. If you are insulin resistant or at risk for developing the condition, recent studies have found that a low-carb diet may help improve your internal health as well as your outward appearance. Enjoying lean proteins and healthful, complex carbs in the form of fresh vegetables, beans, legumes, and small amounts of whole grains rather than processed grains and sugars can go far in protecting your health from the damage insulin resistance can cause. Working with a team of diet and lifestyle experts can help you learn how to make healthful swaps in choosing foods that can help restore healthy insulin and blood sugar balance. Read more…