How to measure metabolic health
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4. How to measure metabolic health
The key body measures and blood tests to assess for insulin resistance.
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In this section you will learn about the markers of insulin resistance. These are:
- Waist circumference
- Blood glucose
- Blood lipids (fats): triglycerides and HDL-cholesterol
- Blood pressure