Myths about Insulin Resistance: Tribute to Gerald Reaven

Author: Sun H KIM ¹ ; Fahim ABBASI
Author Information

1. Division of Endocrinology, Gerontology, and Metabolism, Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA. sunhkim@stanford.edu
Publication Type:Review
Keywords: Insulin resistance; Metformin; Waist circumference; Weight gain
MeSH: Anniversaries and Special Events; Body Mass Index; Insulin Resistance; Insulin; Metformin; Waist Circumference; Weight Gain
From:Endocrinology and Metabolism 2019;34(1):47-52
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:English
Abstract: Gerald Reaven was often called the “father of insulin resistance.” On the 1-year anniversary of his death in 2018, we challenge three myths associated with insulin resistance: metformin improves insulin resistance; measurement of waist circumference predicts insulin resistance better than body mass index; and insulin resistance causes weight gain. In this review, we highlight Reaven's relevant research that helped to dispel these myths associated with insulin resistance.