Based on the evidence, it appears that the combination of regular exercise and a well formulated low-carb diet is an effective approach for treating insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia. Studies show that short-term sleep deprivation raises glucose levels and worsens insulin resistance.
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One observational study even suggested improved survival for those with prediabetes who ate a lower carbohydrate diet, and a nonrandomized trial reported glucose normalization in over 50% of participants with prediabetes.