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Insulin Resistance Risk Quiz

Insulin Resistance Risk Assessment

Please fill in your details and check all statements that apply to you. Your score and risk level will be shown below.

SECTION A — Physical Signs & Medical History
✓ Risk Factor Pts
Waist Size: My waist circumference is over 35 inches (women) or over 40 inches (men)
2
Weight: I am overweight or carry excess body weight, especially around my midsection
1
Blood Pressure: I have been diagnosed with or am being treated for high blood pressure
2
Skin Changes: I have dark velvety patches on my neck, armpits, or groin (acanthosis nigricans)
2
Skin Tags: I have multiple skin tags on my neck or underarms
1
SECTION B — Symptoms & How You Feel
✓ Risk Factor Pts
Energy Crashes: I often feel tired or sluggish after eating, especially after meals with carbohydrates or sugar
1
Cravings: I have strong cravings for sugar, bread, pasta, or other carbohydrates that are hard to control
1
Fatigue: I feel tired or low energy throughout the day even when I get enough sleep
1
Brain Fog: I frequently experience difficulty concentrating, mental cloudiness, or brain fog
1
Thirst/Urination: I experience increased thirst or urinate more frequently than usual
1
Weight Loss: I have difficulty losing weight despite eating well and exercising regularly
1
Sleep Apnea: I have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, or I snore loudly, wake up gasping, or have been told I stop breathing during sleep
1
SECTION C — Family & Personal History
✓ Risk Factor Pts
Family History: I have a parent, sibling, or close relative with Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes
2
Personal History: I have been told I have prediabetes, gestational diabetes, or PCOS
2
Cholesterol: I have been told my triglycerides are high or my HDL (good cholesterol) is low
1
SECTION D — Lifestyle & Demographics
✓ Risk Factor Pts
Activity Level: I am mostly sedentary — I exercise fewer than 3 days per week
1
Age: I am over 45 years old
1
Ethnicity: I identify as Black, Hispanic, Asian, Native American, or Pacific Islander
Research shows these groups have a higher risk of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes, often at lower BMI levels than other populations.
2
Your Risk Assessment Result
Risk Score Interpretation
0 – 4: Low Risk

Insulin resistance is less likely at this time. Maintain a healthy lifestyle and continue monitoring your health regularly.

5 – 10: Moderate Risk — Testing Recommended

Several risk factors are present. Lab evaluation including fasting insulin, fasting glucose, and hemoglobin A1C is recommended to assess for insulin resistance.

11+: High Risk — Testing Strongly Recommended

Multiple significant risk factors are present. Comprehensive metabolic and hormonal lab evaluation is strongly recommended. Please schedule a visit to review your results and discuss next steps.

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