What is the best diet for insulin resistance? According to the latest research the Mediterranean diet may be the best diet for insulin resistance. LiveStrong.com describes insulin resistance as a condition in which your blood sugar builds up because it cannot get into your cells. It is a major underlying cause of many conditions such as metabolic disorder and type 2 diabetes.
The Mediterranean diet is a diet which is centered on eating plant-based foods such as fruits, grains, and nuts. The diet restricts the consumption of red meats, for the most part, and does not generally call for refined sugars or carbohydrates. In addition, the diet is low in saturated fats and trans fats, so only low amounts of sugar build up in the blood. Therefore, it is good for conditions such as insulin resistance, as well as those where high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels are …