Is Oxidative Stress The Underlying Driver Of Insulin Resistance

Is Oxidative Stress The Underlying Driver Of Insulin Resistance

When most people think about insulin resistance, sugar is usually the first thing that comes to mind. And while excessive sugar consumption can certainly play a role, emerging research—and experts like Cate Shanahan, M.D.—suggests that oxidative stress may be a major, and often overlooked, driver of insulin resistance.