Metabolic syndrome is often associated with being overweight or obese, but here’s the truth: you can have metabolic syndrome even if you look lean on the outside. It’s a condition driven by insulin resistance, and it often flies under the radar until more serious health issues begin to develop.

Did you know that insulin resistance can change your appearance—long before you see changes in your blood sugar? From dark skin patches to stubborn belly fat, thinning hair, and skin tags, these five signs could indicate that your body is struggling with insulin regulation.

Did you know that there are signs of prediabetes that show up 5 to 10 years before you're officially diagnosed? The earlier you catch the warning signs of prediabetes, the easier it is to prevent it, and type 2 diabetes later down the line.