What Is Metabolic Syndrome?

Although different health organisations have their own definitions of what is Metabolic Syndrome, these variations are only in respect of how the severity of the different factors are considered.

Every definition includes the same 5 factors.

If you are serious about avoiding a heart attack, stroke or type 2 diabetes, then the important thing to understand is how the combination of these 5 factors contribute to your risk of a heart attack.

Don't get hung up on the metabolic syndrome statistic or the exact figures and percentages.

You are generally considered to have Metabolic Syndrome if you have any 3 of the following: Larger than normal Waist Measurement: Larger than 35 inches for Women or 40 inches for Men Higher than normal Blood Pressure: Higher than 130/85 (either or both figures) Higher than normal blood sugars: Higher than 100mg/dl High Triglycerides (harmful fats): Higher than 150 mg/dl Low HDL ("good") cholesterol: Less than 50 mg/dL for Women or 40 mg/dL for men

As you can see the answer to "What Is Metabolic Syndrome?" Is that it isn't a disease, but that it’s 5 individual factors that, when considered as a group, indicate that you are have an increased risk of a heart attack.

Some studies estimate that it doubles your risk.

This increases with age and is also influenced by genetics and race.

If you want to know if you have the Metabolic Syndrome, have your blood pressure taken, have a simple blood test, and get a tape measure.

Although a strict Medical Definition requires 3 of the above factors, it makes sense not to wait until you have 3 before you take action. Each additional factor means that you are more at risk, so take action to eliminate any factors that you already have and do your best to prevent the others.

The individual factors can be prevented or controlled by medication or natural methods, or a combination of both, so take action now.

It’s Your Heart. It’s Your Life.

It’s Your Choice.

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