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A high Body Mass Index (BMI) is a significant, independent risk factor for Insulin Resistance.

The six major causes of Insulin Resistance are: 1 Eating too many refined carbohydrates and over-processed foods 2 Sedentary lifestyle 3 Being overweight 4 Stress 5 Lack of nutrients 6 Genetic influence.

Age is not a specific risk factor, but an associated one for Insulin Resistance.

Insulin Resistance in younger people indicates an accelerated biological age.

There are degrees of Insulin Resistance and these help to distinguish appropriate dietary and exercise recommendations.