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title: "Insulin Resistance Under Stress: Causes, Fixes, Lab Tests"
description: "Insulin resistance under stress often comes from cortisol-driven glucose release, poor sleep, and less muscle uptake. Targeted labs, no referral needed."
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# Insulin Resistance Under Stress: Causes, Fixes, Lab Tests

> Insulin resistance under stress often comes from cortisol-driven glucose release, poor sleep, and less muscle uptake. Targeted labs, no referral needed.

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