New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- If you're curious about why people promote healthy eating, here's some important information. Unhealthy eating can lead to serious health issues, and diabetes is one of the most dangerous. Insulin resistance is both a cause and a symptom of diabetes. It also plays a role in metabolic syndrome and high blood pressure. Poor diet and physical inactivity contribute to these problems.

What is insulin resistance?

When you eat, your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose, which is an important energy source for your cells. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that helps move glucose into your cells. "However, if your cells become insulin-resistant, they stop responding to insulin", Dr Narendra K Shetty, Naturopat...