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    Glossary Insulin Sensitivity

    how effectively cells respond to insulin to regulate blood sugar

    Insulin sensitivity refers to how effectively the body's cells respond to the hormone insulin, which regulates blood sugar levels. High insulin sensitivity means that cells can use glucose more efficiently, reducing the risk of conditions like type 2 diabetes. Conversely, low insulin sensitivity, or insulin resistance, can lead to elevated blood sugar levels and is a precursor to metabolic disorders.

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    1. Tissue insulin sensitivity and body weight in polycystic ovary syndrome Clinical endocrinology · 2001 · 39 citations
    2. Insulin sensitivity, androgens and isotretinoin therapy in women with severe acne Journal of Dermatological Treatment · 2012 · 19 citations
    3. Increased Insulin Sensitivity by Metformin Enhances Intense-Pulsed-Light-Assisted Hair Removal in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Dermatology · 2008 · 17 citations
    4. The presence of insulin resistance and comparison of various insulin sensivity indices in women with androgenetic alopecia. PubMed · 2007 · 7 citations
    5. Calcium and Magnesium levels of Hair tissue and Insulin Sensitivity Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome · 2007 · 1 citations
    6. A Systematic Review of the Potential Role of Cinnamomum spp. in Modulating Insulin Sensitivity and Hyperandrogenism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) World Journal of Interdisciplinary Innovation Sciences · 2026
    7. Increased Insulin Sensitivity by Metformin Enhances Intense-Pulsed-Light-Assisted Hair Removal in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ˜The œYear book of dermatology · 2010
    8. Four days of simulated shift work reduces insulin sensitivity in humans Acta physiologica · 2018 · 50 citations
    9. Impact of Intermittent Fasting on Insulin Sensitivity and HbA1c Levels among Overweight Adults with Prediabetes Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation · 2025
    10. Abdominal Fat Quantity and Distribution in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Extent of Its Relation to Insulin Resistance The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism · 2007 · 270 citations
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    1. If we lose hair because of our sensitivity to DHT, then why are we trying to reduce DHT when our sensitive androgen receptors are the culprit? Reddit · 6 Apr 2022
    2. Finasteride and Metformin together? Reddit · 19 Jul 2023
    3. The Association between Sugar-Sweetened Beverages and Male Pattern Hair Loss in Young Men Reddit · 26 Feb 2025
    4. Interesting new publication suggesting that MPB should be assessed as a early warning sign for type-2 diabetes. Reddit · 22 Dec 2017
    5. Insulins impact on androgen levels Reddit · 17 Apr 2022
    6. Does high sugar/insulin resistance or generally bad diet prevent fin/dut from working? Reddit · 9 Dec 2025
    7. Claim: Insulin resistance increases the enzyme that creates DHT and affects the liver's ability to control hormones Reddit · 15 Oct 2025
    8. Anyone with high glucose, insulin resistance, pre-diabetes or diabetes notice any regrowth after starting treatment? Reddit · 13 Dec 2024
    9. ‘Long term use of fin/dut may be associated with health risks including fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease and potential kidney disease.’ Reddit · 12 Jul 2024
    10. 22M Seeking Advice: Gyno, Insulin Resistance and Hair Loss Solutions Community · 14 Sept 2025
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