Prediabetes & Insulin Resistance Treatment in Mount Kisco, NY
Prediabetes and insulin resistance make weight loss harder and raise your risk of type 2 diabetes. At Briones Weight Loss Center, Dr. Maria Briones uses lab testing, personalized nutrition, and physician-supervised weight loss to help Westchester County patients improve blood sugar and take back control of their health.
What Are Prediabetes and Insulin Resistance?
Insulin is the hormone that moves sugar from your bloodstream into your cells for energy. With insulin resistance, your cells stop responding to insulin efficiently, so your pancreas has to produce more of it to keep blood sugar in range. Over time, blood sugar begins to rise. When levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough for diabetes, it is called prediabetes.
Prediabetes is extremely common and often has no obvious symptoms. Without treatment, many people progress to type 2 diabetes. The good news is that prediabetes can often be reversed with weight loss, nutrition changes, and medical guidance.
Signs You May Have Insulin Resistance
- Weight gain around the waist that is hard to lose
- Strong cravings for sugar and carbohydrates
- Energy crashes or fatigue after meals
- Darkened patches of skin on the neck, armpits, or groin
- Elevated fasting glucose or A1C on lab work
- A history of PCOS, gestational diabetes, or high blood pressure
The Link Between Insulin and Weight
High insulin levels signal your body to store fat, especially around the abdomen. This creates a cycle in which excess weight worsens insulin resistance and insulin resistance makes weight loss harder. Breaking that cycle is one of the most effective ways to lower your risk of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity-related complications.
How We Treat Prediabetes in Mount Kisco
Dr. Maria Briones combines her expertise in internal medicine and obesity medicine to address insulin resistance at its source. Treatment may include:
- Lab testing, including fasting glucose, A1C, insulin levels, and lipid panels
- A personalized medical weight loss plan focused on blood sugar control
- Custom nutrition planning that reduces blood sugar spikes without leaving you hungry
- Supplements that support metabolic health
- A practical exercise plan to improve insulin sensitivity
- Evaluation of hormones, since menopause and low testosterone can worsen insulin resistance
Regular follow-up visits allow Dr. Briones to track your labs and adjust your plan as your numbers improve. Many patients also see better energy, fewer cravings, and steady weight loss along the way. Learn more about our approach on our Why Choose Us page.
Prediabetes & Insulin Resistance FAQs
Can prediabetes be reversed?
In many cases, yes. Losing even 5 to 7 percent of body weight and improving nutrition and activity can return blood sugar to a normal range.
What A1C level indicates prediabetes?
An A1C between 5.7 and 6.4 percent generally indicates prediabetes. An A1C of 6.5 percent or higher indicates diabetes.
Does insulin resistance cause weight gain?
High insulin levels promote fat storage, particularly around the abdomen, which can make weight loss more difficult.
Do I need medication for prediabetes?
Many patients improve with lifestyle and weight loss support alone. Dr. Briones will review your labs and health history to recommend the right plan.
How often should my blood sugar be checked?
Dr. Briones will set a monitoring schedule based on your results, usually with follow-up labs every few months during treatment.
Is insulin resistance related to PCOS?
Yes. Insulin resistance is common in women with PCOS and can worsen symptoms like weight gain and irregular cycles.
How do I get tested for prediabetes?
Call Briones Weight Loss Center at (914) 241-6249 or request an appointment online to schedule an evaluation and lab work.
Lower Your Diabetes Risk Today
Early action makes a real difference. Call Briones Weight Loss Center at (914) 241-6249 or request an appointment online to get your blood sugar evaluated.