Here's how insulin resistance affects brain

Insulin resistance a significant health concern is increasingly recognised for its profound effects on brain function potentially contributing to vulnerability to neurodegenerative diseases experts sayInsulin resistance is a phenomenon in which cells ignore the hormone insulin causing high blood sugar The condition causes metabolic changes in glucose and lipids which contribute to illnesses such as diabetes cardiovascular disease and hypertension In addition this also gives rise to fatty liver and hormonal abnormalitiesDr Parth Lalcheta MCh Neurosurgery at HCG Hospitals Rajkot emphasised the need for targeted strategies to protect brain healthInsulin resistance affects brain function contributing to cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases This highlights the importance of developing strategies to safeguard brain health and enhance overall wellbeing he saidExperts say that brain insulin resistance hampers the capacity of the brain to function effectively leading to a decline visible in the form of behavioural issuesDr Darshan Doshi consultant neurology at P D Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre explains how the recognition of insulin resistancersquos implications on the brain is importantBrain insulin resistance causes neurodegeneration leading to cognitive decline and behavioural issues Understanding this response is essential for developing effective strategiesrdquo he saidThe prevalence of insulin resistance often linked to conditions like type 2 diabetes and obesity is rising globally This disorder hampers the bodys ability to use insulin effectively leading to various health complications a common symptom among them headaches which are common in many neuro conditionsDr Shailesh Rohatgi HOD of Neurology at DPU Super Specialty Hospital Pimpri Pune explained that insulin resistance can also be associated with headachesHeadaches are common in many diseases They can be primary like migraines or secondary indicating underlying brain pathology Timely consultation with a neurologist is crucial for diagnosis and treatment he saidExperts stress the need for awareness about insulin resistances impact on brain health and the importance of preventive measures Healthy lifestyle choices like weight management and good blood sugar control can help mitigate adverse effects and promote wellbeingThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever