It is also beneficial to maintain an appropriate body weight because obesity can aggravate insulin resistance. To maintain an appropriate weight, regulate caloric intake and maintain a physically active lifestyle. A registered dietitian can assist with developing a proper diet plan for people with insulin resistance, or a family history of type 2 diabetes. Glossary Blood Glucose - Sugar in the blood that is used by the body cells for energy or stored as glycogen for future energy needs. Blood Lipid - Fat that is present in the blood, includes triglycerides and cholesterol.
Cholesterol is a form of lipid.
The body produces all the cholesterol it needs to function normally. Glycogen - Storage form for glucose in the body. Insulin Resistance - Insulin resistance occurs when the normal amount of insulin secreted by the pancreas is not able to remove glucose from the blood into the cells for use as energy or storage for future use. If the LDL level is too high, cholesterol and fat can build up in the arteries. Pancreas - Organ in the body that produces the hormone insulin.