TyG Index Reveals Hidden Insulin Resistance Risk

A nutritionist named Pooja Makhija talked about a special test called the TyG index.

This test can show if someone has insulin resistance, even if their regular blood tests say everything is normal.

Insulin resistance is when the body doesn't use insulin properly, which can lead to problems like diabetes and heart disease.

The TyG index uses two things from a blood test: triglycerides and fasting blood sugar.

If these are high together, it might mean insulin resistance.

The TyG index is easy to calculate and can help people know if they are at risk before other tests show problems.

It's especially useful for women going through menopause, people with PCOS, and those who have trouble losing weight or have high triglycerides.