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Tags: health, wellness, obesity, metabolic syndrome
 So you’ve been to the doctor for your yearly check up. Blood tests and other exams have been performed. It seems that this time, all is not well. The doctor says that your blood sugar is a little high. This is not a good sign, you say to yourself. And indeed it is not good.
There are certain irregularities in your health and you ought to do something about it. After all, good health is not to be compromised. It is the primary factor to living life to the fullest. An elevated blood sugar means that you need to do some lifestyle modifications. Like keeping to a healthier diet, and having a regular exercise regimen.
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And what if your doctor says that your condition has to do with metabolic syndrome? What does this mean? Having metabolic syndrome means you have a cluster of symptoms which are all related to your metabolism. “A cluster of symptoms”, as it is said. And when you experience them all together, it can be detrimental.
It’s not so much of a problem when only one symptom manifests. But put several of these symptoms together and it can spell trouble. You may be staring at bigger risks for developing serious and threatening diseases. So what are the manifestations or signs of metabolic syndrome? The following are the altered metabolic factors associated with the condition.
First is that you are overweight with fat storage predominant on your waist. You are also in a pre-diabetic state which means that your blood sugar is slightly elevated. Your blood sugar may be over 110 mg/dl but less than 120 mg/dl. You may not have diabetes yet, but you are certainly put to risk.
Your good cholesterol levels might be lower than normal and your triglyceride levels are higher than 150 mg/dl. And finally, your blood pressure is higher than it should be- perhaps 130 mm/hg systolic. It’s not necessary that you have all these 5 signs for you to be diagnosed as having metabolic syndrome.
Three out of five of these indications make you qualified, too. So it is important to act now while you can, especially if you are in the pre-diabetic state. Being in this condition means that your cells are already insulin resistant. Your body can no longer handle and process the sugar load from the food as it is supposed to.
Over time, if you become negligent, you could be on your way to suffering from diabetes itself. Combine all these factors together and your risk for developing cardiovascular disease increases. It can be further aggravated if you have a family history of diabetes. What to do about it then to avoid further aggravation? It’s time for you to get serious about living a healthy lifestyle.
You have to change your eating habits and make it a point to eat healthily. Incorporate more whole grain breads, low fat meats and vegetables into your diet. And as much as possible, eat fewer potatoes, highly processed foods and refined sugars. Try to do away with fried foods as well, and watch the salt.
Exercise regularly, too, and it doesn’t have to be strenuous. As a health and fitness regimen, you can start by brisk walking for 30 minutes everyday. If you are in the habit of smoking, then you ought to stop. Smoking can worsen your insulin resistance. Most of all, strive to lose weight.
A drop of 10-15% in your body weight can do so much to improve your condition. Take action against metabolic syndrome by living right and healthily. You’ll be glad you did because it would mean better and more worthwhile living for you.
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About the author
The author of this article Rose Windale is a Health and Wellness Coach who has been successful with several natural health programs for many years. Rose recently published a step-by-step guide on how to lose weight the EASY way and become totally healthy and happy. More info on her life-changing eating habits plan HERE.
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