When your body is not able to get the energy it needs from blood sugar, it begins to burn other elements for fuel, which can lead to weight loss, even if you don’t follow Don’t diet or exercise, says Gupta.
On the other hand, insulin resistance can make you hungry and cause you to gain weight instead of losing it.
6. Some areas of your skin are darker
High levels of insulin can speed up the rate of reproduction of skin cells, leading to a condition called acanthosis pigmentosa. This happens when the skin on the neck, under the arms, or in the creases of the elbows begins to darken and take on a smooth or velvety feel, says Gupta.
