Can you have insulin resistance despite normal HbA1c levels? An endocrinologist explains
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Insulin resistance may develop for years while blood sugar remains normal, as the pancreas produces extra insulin to compensate. Over time, this response can weaken, leading to prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes. Possible warning signs include increasing waist size, difficulty losing weight, frequent hunger, post-meal sleepiness and dark skin patches, but diagnosis requires medical assessment.
Insulin resistance may develop for years while blood sugar remains normal, as the pancreas produces extra insulin to compensate. Over time, this response can weaken, leading to prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes. Possible warning signs include increasing waist size, difficulty losing weight, frequent hunger, post-meal sleepiness and dark skin patches, but diagnosis requires medical assessment.
Indian Railways has introduced special trains, deployed extra RPF personnel and installed 700 AI cameras to manage Diwali and Chhath crowds. New Delhi station has dedicated holding areas, more ticket counters, and screening facilities moved outside to ease congestion. Delhi stations saw about 800,000 daily passengers during November 1–5.
The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), a left-wing group within the Democratic Party, says it won 149 of 294 elections this year, strengthening its influence through figures including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Zohran Mamdani. It advocates universal healthcare and major green investments. Unlike social democracy, it seeks to replace capitalism. Its growth reflects anger over inequality.
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