Metabolic Syndrome

There are several definitions of metabolic syndrome. It also is known by the name Syndrome X. The one we present here is a modification of the one recommended by the National Cholesterol Education Program. The factors considered in this definition are the following:

• insulin resistance
• impaired glucose tolerance
• abdominal obesity
• high triglyceride level
• low levels of HDL ( high density lipoproteins, the good cholesterol)
• high blood pressure

A person is considered to have the metabolic syndrome (or syndrome X) if they have 3 or more of the following symptoms:

• waist measurement of 35" for women or 40 " for men
• blood pressue of more than 135 over more than 85, or under treatment for hypertension
• triglycerides greater than 150 mg/dl or under treatment for it
• low levels of HDL ( high density lipoproteins, the good cholesterol); less than 40 mg/dl for men or 50 mg/dl for women
• fasting blood sugar more than 100 mg/dl or under treatment for diabetes

There are many factors that can contribute to experiencing the metabolic syndrome. I believe the following are among them:

• trans fats
• high fructose corn syrup
• lack of exercise
• excess weight

Obviously, these factors are often not independent.

What are the consequences of the metabolic syndrome?

People who suffer from the metabolic syndrome are at increased risk for diabetes, with all its attendent problems, and cardiovascular problems, such as heart attacks and strokes. It's certainly a serious matter!

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