Who Is at Risk for the Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome does not discriminate to age, social status, culture or gender. Although some groups have been identified as at higher risk, an increased incidence of poor nutrition, smoking and sedentary lifestyle means Metabolic Syndrome is an across the lifespan concern. Find out more here.
What is Causing the Increase in Childhood Obesity?
Obesity in childhood and adolescence is associated with metabolic syndrome. Obesity usually is the result when more calories are consumed and not burned off with activity.
Obesity in childhood and adolescence is associated with metabolic syndrome. Obesity usually is the result when more calories are consumed and not burned off with activity.
Obesity in Children and Adolescents on the Increase
Obesity in children and adolescents is on the increase. An epidemic of metabolic syndrome is anticipated as these kids grow up to be adults. Metabolic syndrome leads to cardiovascular and kidney disease, Type 2 diabetes and strokes.
Obesity in children and adolescents is on the increase. An epidemic of metabolic syndrome is anticipated as these kids grow up to be adults. Metabolic syndrome leads to cardiovascular and kidney disease, Type 2 diabetes and strokes.
High Risk Groups
Are you one of the groups of people who are highly at risk for the Metabolic Syndrome?
Are you one of the groups of people who are highly at risk for the Metabolic Syndrome?
Teen Metabolic Syndrome Risk Linked to Cigarette Smoke
Adolescents who smoke or who are exposed to second hand smoke are 5 to 6 times more likely to develop Metabolic Syndrome than their peers according to a recent study. Those with abdominal or upper body obesity are particulary vulnerable. Repeated warnings have alerted us to the risks of lung cancer and heart disease associated smoking and exposure to second hand tobacco smoke. Now we have even more reason to act.
Adolescents who smoke or who are exposed to second hand smoke are 5 to 6 times more likely to develop Metabolic Syndrome than their peers according to a recent study. Those with abdominal or upper body obesity are particulary vulnerable. Repeated warnings have alerted us to the risks of lung cancer and heart disease associated smoking and exposure to second hand tobacco smoke. Now we have even more reason to act.
Postmenopausal Women - Metabolic Syndrome - Exercise
Postmenopausal women are susceptible to weight gain and metabolic syndrome. Exercise is very important for postmenopausal women. As we age, we lose both muscle and bone mass and gain fat, especially abdominal fat because of hormonal changes. Women lose strength at a more rapid rate than men of the same age do especially in the first 3-5 years after menopause.
Postmenopausal women are susceptible to weight gain and metabolic syndrome. Exercise is very important for postmenopausal women. As we age, we lose both muscle and bone mass and gain fat, especially abdominal fat because of hormonal changes. Women lose strength at a more rapid rate than men of the same age do especially in the first 3-5 years after menopause.
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic Syndrome
Women who have had gestational diabetes mellitus during pregnancy should be assessed for metabolic syndrome. Studies have shown that many of these women have additional disorders that are associated with the metabolic syndrome. Early diagnosis and healthy lifestyle interventions can prove to be a lifesaver to these women.
Women who have had gestational diabetes mellitus during pregnancy should be assessed for metabolic syndrome. Studies have shown that many of these women have additional disorders that are associated with the metabolic syndrome. Early diagnosis and healthy lifestyle interventions can prove to be a lifesaver to these women.
Abdominal and Visceral Obesity - High Risk For Metabolic Syndrome
Abdominal obesity is a common symptom of metabolic syndrome and a serious risk factor. That's because one of the hallmark signs of metabolic syndrome -- insulin resistance -- causes fat to be stored in dangerous areas, such as deep in the abdomen or around the liver, muscle, heart tissues and beta cells of the pancreas. This type of fat increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Abdominal obesity is a common symptom of metabolic syndrome and a serious risk factor. That's because one of the hallmark signs of metabolic syndrome -- insulin resistance -- causes fat to be stored in dangerous areas, such as deep in the abdomen or around the liver, muscle, heart tissues and beta cells of the pancreas. This type of fat increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.