Researchers continue to investigate the cause. Science has not yet determined why some people with insulin resistance eventually develop diabetes and others do not. By maintaining an appropriate weight and a physically active lifestyle many individuals are able to reduce their chances of becoming insulin resistant and developing diabetes. Research indicates that low fat diets may aggravate the effect of insulin resistance on blood lipids. Specifically, they recommend decreasing fat intake to less than 30 percent of calories.
Some groups recommend even lower levels of dietary fat.
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.