All Glossary Terms
Nutrition
Insulin Sensitivity
How effectively cells respond to insulin's signals.
Insulin sensitivity refers to how efficiently cells respond to insulin. High sensitivity means cells readily absorb glucose with small insulin amounts - this is healthy. Low sensitivity (insulin resistance) requires more insulin to achieve the same effect, potentially leading to type 2 diabetes. Exercise, muscle mass, and diet improve insulin sensitivity.
Examples
- Improved by exercise and muscle mass
- Worse with excess body fat
- Higher after workouts