You may be familiar with standard blood sugar tests or the A1C check when discussing diabetes screening. However, there is a specific fasting insulin test that often goes unnoticed during routine visits. This diagnostic tool is frequently more effective at identifying metabolic issues before they become severe.   A fasting insulin test measures the amount of insulin circulating in your blood after a period of not eating. This blood sample provides a snapshot of how your body

Diabetes doesn’t just happen overnight. Many cases of type 2 diabetes develop slowly, often caught too late when complications have already begun. But here’s the good news: the right lifestyle choices can prevent or delay it, giving you powerful control over your health future. In this post, we’ll explore how everyday habits — the foods you eat, your activity levels, your sleep, and stress — all add up to either risk or resilience. Understanding how to use lifestyle as your f