Metabolic syndrome refers to a collection of diseases that, when present, raise the likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. One in every three people in the United States is affected by metabolic syndrome, which has become a silent epidemic.
It has the potential to result in major health issues, such as cardiovascular disease, renal disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), if it is not detected and prevented from occurring.
The good news is that you may lessen the likelihood of developing metabolic syndrome by adopting healthy lifestyle practices yourself.
A systolic blood pressure of 130 mmHg or higher and a diastolic blood pressure of 85 mmHg or higher are both considered to be high blood pressure.
High blood sugar is defined as having a fasting blood glucose level of 500 mg/dL or greater. Having high blood sugar levels can cause damage to blood vessels and raise the chance of blood clots, which can ultimately lead to disorders of the heart and blood vessels.
Visceral fat, which is a form of fat that is positioned around the abdomen and the internal organs that are placed there, is connected with a higher risk of heart disease than fat that is located in other places of the body for the same reason.
If you adhere to a healthy lifestyle and dietary practices that minimize your risk and prevent the diseases from forming in the first place, you may be able to avoid having metabolic syndrome.
"Focus on eating for blood sugar stability," advises Caroline Young, RD, a registered dietitian and owner of Whole Self Nutrition. "This means eating every three to five hours during the day, pairing proteins with carbohydrates, and eating plenty of fiber from foods like whole grains and vegetables if you want to maintain stable blood sugar levels."
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