Struggling With Weight, Fatigue, or Blood Sugar Issues?

Insulin Resistance Treatment in Tulsa

If you’re dealing with stubborn weight gain, constant fatigue, sugar cravings, or blood sugar fluctuations, your body might be resisting insulin, the hormone responsible for keeping your blood sugar balanced.

At WellSpot Functional Medicine, we focus on the root cause of insulin resistance, helping you rebalance your metabolism, restore insulin sensitivity, and support long-term health—naturally.

Did you know?

Up to 88% of American adults show signs of metabolic dysfunction, including insulin resistance.

Causes of Insulin Resistance

Insulin resistance occurs when your body stops responding properly to insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar and increased fat storage.

Common triggers include:

  • Chronic stress and high cortisol

  • Nutrient deficiencies (such as magnesium, chromium, zinc, and B vitamins)

  • A diet high in processed carbs and sugars

  • Lack of movement and exercise

  • Poor sleep and chronic inflammation

If left untreated, insulin resistance can lead to:

  • Pre-diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes

  • Difficulty losing weight, especially around the belly

  • Constant fatigue and energy crashes

  • Water retention and puffiness

  • Sugar cravings and increased hunger

  • Brain fog and poor focus

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Symptoms We Treat

✓ Stubborn weight gain (especially in the midsection)

✓ Blood sugar spikes and crashes

✓ Intense cravings or frequent hunger

✓ Trouble sleeping or staying asleep

✓ Brain fog and lack of mental clarity

How We Treat Insulin Resistance

We take a functional medicine approach to insulin resistance—identifying the underlying cause and creating a personalized plan to restore your body’s ability to use insulin effectively.

    • Fasting Insulin & Blood Sugar Panel – More accurate than just testing glucose or A1C

    • Comprehensive Nutrient Testing – Identifies deficiencies that impact insulin sensitivity

    • Cortisol & Adrenal Function Assessment – High stress directly affects blood sugar levels

  • Nutrient & Mineral Replenishment

    • Magnesium, chromium, zinc, and B vitamins to support insulin sensitivity

    • Omega-3s and antioxidants to reduce inflammation

    Personalized Nutrition & Lifestyle Plan

    • Low-glycemic eating strategies to keep blood sugar stable

    • Intermittent fasting guidance (if appropriate for your body)

    • Exercise recommendations that improve insulin function

    Herbal & Medication Support (Short-Term Use)

    • Berberine and inositol — natural compounds shown to be as effective as Metformin in improving insulin sensitivity

    • Short-term medication options — if needed, we offer prescription support to get blood sugar under control while addressing the root cause

The path to reversing insulin resistance is simple

Step 1: Meet with your provider

We’ll start by reviewing your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle habits. Based on your needs, we’ll create a personalized lab work-up to assess insulin levels, blood sugar, thyroid function, cortisol, nutrient deficiencies, and more.

Step 2: Create Your Personalized Plan

Once we review your labs, we’ll develop a treatment plan that may include targeted supplements, short-term medications, nutrition and exercise guidance, and lifestyle adjustments. All recommended medications and supplements can be delivered directly to your door.

Step 3: Ongoing Support & Monitoring

You’ll have continued access to your provider team for questions, adjustments, and support. We work 1-on-1 with you to fine-tune your plan based on symptom improvement and lab tracking—so you can restore insulin sensitivity and feel your best long term.

 FAQs

  • Insulin resistance happens when your cells stop responding properly to insulin, causing blood sugar to remain elevated. Over time, this can lead to weight gain, fatigue, and increase your risk for Type 2 diabetes and other metabolic conditions.

  • Yes. Many people with insulin resistance are not visibly overweight. Symptoms like fatigue, cravings, belly fat, and blood sugar crashes can still occur even in those with a normal BMI.

  • It’s typically identified through lab testing that looks at fasting insulin, glucose, HbA1c, and markers like HOMA-IR. We also consider symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle factors.

  • Yes, with the right approach. Through targeted nutrition, lifestyle changes, stress management, supplements, and in some cases short-term medication, insulin sensitivity can often be improved or restored.

  • While it varies by person, many individuals start noticing improvements in energy, cravings, and weight within 4–6 weeks. Long-term success comes from consistent support and adjusting your plan over time.

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Take Control of Your Metabolism & Blood Sugar

You don’t have to live with constant fatigue, weight struggles, or the risk of diabetes. With the right support, insulin resistance can be reversed, and your body can return to balanced energy, effortless weight management, and optimal health.