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(Created page with "Acanthosis nigricans of the neck Acanthosis nigricans of the neck[/caption] Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a skin disorder in which there is darker, thick, velvety skin in body folds and creases. thumb|right|Acanthosis nigricans What causes Acanthosis Nigricans? Acanthosis Nigricans is caused by an underlying process that also causes significant weight gain and increases the risk of diabetes called insulin resistance. ==What are the ris...")
 
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==How can one prevent Acanthosis nigricans?==
==How can one prevent Acanthosis nigricans?==
The best way to prevent Acanthosis related to insulin resistance is to change the diet to a lower glycemic load foods that do not produce much insulin.  
The best way to prevent Acanthosis related to insulin resistance is to change the diet to a lower glycemic load foods that do not produce much insulin.  
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