Why Doctors Miss Insulin Resistance: The Hidden PCOS Roadblock

Welcome to the final part of our insulin resistance series!In this episode, I break down:Why fasting insulin isn't typically tested by doctorsHow outdated guidelines, lack of training, and insurance coverage are holding women backThe difference between "normal" and optimal lab valuesHow to advocate for yourself when traditional healthcare falls shortWhere you can get your own labs—even without a doctorSigns and symptoms to track if you suspect insulin resistance💡 Takeaways:Fasting insulin levels above 10 may be a red flag—optimal is under 7Glucose and A1C might look “normal” even when insulin resistance is presentDirect-to-consumer labs and functional medicine providers can be powerful tools✨ If you’ve ever been told “everything looks fine,” but you feel something is off—this episode is your permission slip to dig deeper.  Download the Food Timeline Tracker here!Did you miss the first two episodes in the series?  Be sure to check them out here! 📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you.For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple.What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed?What if they were your body's way of asking for something different?In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it.This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason.✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle.👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you.This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover!✅ What's included:Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after)Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changesBonus reflection questions to guide your next steps📥 Grab it HERE!