Inflammation, Insulin Resistance, and Weight: A Smarter Way to Improve Metabolic Health

Chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and weight changes often show up together, but they are not simply a matter of willpower or calories. At Nutrition by Krupa, our registered dietitian use medical nutrition therapy and medically graded body composition analysis to look deeper than the scale and target what is happening inside the body. 

This approach supports people living in larger bodies, those with prediabetes, early diabetes, PCOS, high cholesterol, fatty liver markers, hypertension, and metabolic concerns without crash diets, shame, or restrictive rules. 

Why inflammation and insulin resistance cluster together 

Low-grade inflammation and insulin resistance often drive increased visceral fat, the fat stored around internal organs. Visceral fat produces inflammatory compounds that worsen blood sugar control, lipid levels, and cardiovascular risk. This is why two people with the same BMI can have very different health outcomes. Body composition, fat distribution, and muscle mass matter more than weight alone. 

How body composition analysis guides care 

Our practice uses medically graded body composition equipment to assess more than weight, including: 

• Visceral and total fat mass • Lean muscle mass and balance • Fluid status related to hydration and cellular health • Metabolic and inflammation-related risk indicators 

This allows us to track outcomes that truly reflect health improvement, such as reduced visceral fat, improved muscle mass, better hydration status, and improved lab markers. 

Nutrition therapy that targets the root cause 

Our registered dietitians use evidence-based nutrition therapy to improve insulin sensitivity and calm inflammation. Core strategies include: 

• Fiber-rich meals from vegetables, fruits, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and seeds • Balanced carbohydrates paired with protein and healthy fats to reduce glucose spikes • Anti-inflammatory eating patterns like Mediterranean-style nutrition • Reduced reliance on ultra-processed foods and added sugars • Food-first care with limited, curated supplement use only when clinically indicated 

This approach often improves metabolic labs before significant weight changes occur, supporting sustainable, long-term health. 

A weight-neutral, outcomes-focused approach 

We do not chase numbers on the scale. Instead, we monitor: 

• Blood sugar and insulin markers • Lipids and liver enzymes • Inflammation indicators • Body composition and muscle preservation • Energy, digestion, strength, and daily function 

Nutrition therapy is combined with lifestyle support for sleep, stress, and movement, including strength training when appropriate, to protect muscle and metabolism. 

Why this approach works 

Medical nutrition therapy treats metabolic conditions as complex, biologically driven processes, not personal failures. By focusing on internal health markers, body composition, and real-life sustainability, our clients see measurable improvements in labs, energy, and overall well-being, even when the scale moves slowly. 

This is how nutrition becomes true healthcare.