Insulin Resistance (IR) is widely considered the precursor to diabetes, stroke, heart disease, PCOS, NAFLD, dementia and many cancers.

It is estimated that 88% of our population carry the affects of IR and early screening will prevent much of the suffering that is crippling our communities and our National Health Service (NHS).

The most affected are the overweight and sedentary, but even seemingly healthy individuals can be silently suffering. Insulin resistance doesn't just affect individuals; it strains healthcare systems and creates a ripple effect on families and communities, impacting the overall quality of life for us all.

Without a nationwide commitment to insulin resistance screening, we continue to grapple with a growing epidemic of metabolic diseases. Early detection of insulin resistance allows for effective interventions that can prevent progression to more serious conditions. If left unchecked, we face continuing growing healthcare costs and an increasingly unwell population.

As we face this pressing health challenge, we implore health practitioners across the nation to take the lead. Incorporate fasted insulin testing (HOMA-IR) and glucose tolerance testing (Kraft curve testing) into your routine patient assessments. Your proactive stance can make a life-altering difference for many, providing early detection and opening the doors to effective preventive measures.

Patients, you also have a crucial role to play. Be proactive about your health. The next time you consult with your doctor, ask for a fasted insulin test or glucose tolerance test. You have the right to know and understand your metabolic health status.

Let's save our failing National Health Service by screening for Insulin Resistance.

Together, we can 'Save our NHS'.