The Insulin-Resistance Diet--Revised and Updated: How to Turn Off Your Body's Fat-Making Machine Paperback – December 10, 2007

I purchased this book several years ago, and it has been a great resource in my journey toward better health. This book provided me with a clear understanding of insulin resistance and its impact on the body. The authors did an excellent job explaining complex concepts in an accessible and engaging manner, making it easy for anyone to grasp the essentials.The recipes included are not only delicious but also thoughtfully designed to help regulate blood sugar levels and promote overall health. I still use many of these recipes regularly, and they have become staples in my kitchen. The variety and creativity in the meal plans ensure that eating healthy never feels boring or restrictive.What I appreciate most about this book is its focus on sustainable lifestyle changes rather than quick fixes. The authors emphasize the importance of a balanced diet and provide realistic strategies for incorporating these changes into everyday life. This holistic approach has made a significant difference in my health and well-being over the years.This is a must-read for anyone dealing with insulin resistance or simply looking to improve their health through diet. Its clear explanations, practical advice, and delicious recipes make it a valuable resource that I highly recommend.

I bought this book to give me some ideas on how to improve the way I eat after being diagnosed with insulin resistance two months ago at the age of 34. My insulin resistance is one of several health issues that came up as I was just diagnosed with PCOS (polycistic ovarian syndrome) as well as higher than normal testosterone levels. We have been trying to conceive our second child for one year and I have always had irregular periods with late ovulation. I began eating the way this book describes, by always linking carbohydrates with protein every two to three hours. I have increased my consumption of vegetables, legumes and nuts as well. I went several steps further than this book describes and cut out all refined carbs (white bread, pasta and any snacks made with refined flour) and all sugar/sweets and any fried foods (do not worry, please note that this book does not tell you to cut sugar or refined carbs!) The general premise of the book is to always eat protein with carbs. I just wanted to cut out refined carbs and sugar for health reasons as well. In addition to this I added 20-30 minutes of aerobic exercise five days a week to my bi weekly yoga practice. In the almost two months of following this nutritional and exercise regimen I have started to ovulate normally and have shorter menstrual cycles; this is something that gives us hope in getting pregnant sometime in the future. I began this regimen not to loose weight but simply to control my insulin resistance and bring that number down eventually and improve my ovulation. Although my original intent was not at all to loose weight I have dropped eight pounds in two months, almost a pound a week. Any belly fat I had accumulated in the last few years has completely melted away. Yes, I still have sugar and refined carb cravings but they have definitely subsided significantly. I am not hungry all the time like I used to and as a result I am eating more often, healthier food but generally smaller servings of food not this huge plates like before. The healthier foods I am eating makes me feel full longer (lean meats, whole grains, legumes, fruits and veggies). My bowel movements have improved. I feel healthier. I have more sustained energy without the morning low energy lull I had before. My muscle tone has improved as has my sleep. The book describes the link and balance method quite simply and provides extensive lists of foods and the amounts you should eat of each food to balance the carbs with the protein. It is pretty straight forward and I am glad I bought it.

As someone who has been a workout fanatic all my life I often wondered why I had trouble losing weight and reducing my stomach fat no matter how hard I worked out or how little I ate in my diet. About ten years ago I was diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes and that is when I learned from my doctor that insulin stores fat and that is why no matter how intense I work out it is difficult to overcome this problem.I recently purchased this 240 page soft cover book for a bargain price (The Insulin Resistance Diet by Cheryle R. Hart, M.D. and Mary Kay Grossman, R.D.) on Amazon and found it to be a very interesting and informative volume for anyone seeking a practical diet and is insulin resistant. The philosophy to overcome this problem and eat a more effective diet is the “Link – and- balance eating method promoted in this book. The purpose of this program is to balance your carb intake with the right amount of protein at the same time.This book is organized into three parts: Part one covers how insulin resistance makes us fat. Part two explains the solution to insulin resistance and the link and balance eating method. The final part focuses on making the method work for you.If you have found that you are insulin resistant as a pre-diabetic or a diabetic and are having trouble losing weight you may want to check out this book.Rating: 4 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Martial art and Warrior Haiku and Senryu)