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Metabolic syndrome (syndrome X) is the name given to a combination of conditions that increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, i.e. obesity, high blood pressure, high blood sugar and abnormal blood fat levels.
Metabolic syndrome (syndrome X) is the name given to a combination of conditions that increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, i.e. obesity, high blood pressure, high blood sugar and abnormal blood fat levels. It is caused by an unhealthy lifestyle. Lifestyle changes such as a change in diet and regular exercise can reduce the risk of secondary diseases.
Metabolic syndrome diagnosis: main criterion + at least 2 other criteria
Schweizerische Adipositas-Stiftung SAPS (Swiss Obesity Foundation)
www.saps.ch
metabolic syndrome, syndrome X, insulin resistance syndrome, IRS, deadly quartet
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