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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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