Metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is the name for a group of risk factors for heart disease, diabetes, and other health problems.

Metabolic syndrome has several causes that act together:

• Overweight and obesity
• An inactive lifestyle
• Insulin resistance, a condition in which the body can’t use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone that helps move blood sugar into your cells to give them energy. Insulin resistance can lead to high blood sugar levels.
• Age – your risk goes up as get older
• Genetics – ethnicity and family history

The most important treatment for metabolic syndrome is a heart-healthy lifestyle, which includes

• A heart-healthy eating plan, which limits the amount of saturated and trans fats that you eat. It encourages you to choose a variety of nutritious foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats.
• Aiming for a healthy weight
• Managing stress
• Getting regular physical activity
• Quitting smoking (or not starting if you don’t already smoke)

Fuente: Metabolic Syndrome | MedlinePlus