Why We Get Sick
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Flip the Script: Make Insulin Your First Marker

Flip the Script: Make Insulin Your First Marker

from Why We Get Sick: The Hidden Epidemic at the Root of Most Chronic Disease―and How to Fight It by Benjamin Bikman

How to Apply This

  1. Request fasting insulin with your next checkup. Most standard panels skip this—so specifically request it. A normal fasting glucose doesn't always mean your metabolism is healthy.

  2. Learn to interpret basic insulin and HOMA-IR scores. Use online guides or resources to find your HOMA score. If unclear, ask your doctor to explain what your result means.

  3. Track changes before symptoms appear. Repeat testing annually or after major habit changes—even if you feel fine. Early warning lets you act long before chronic disease develops.

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