Metabolic Syndrome is the name given to a cluster of symptoms including belly fat, high blood cholesterol and high blood sugar. It affects more than one in four Australian adults (I am sure its the same stats in most countries)-The incidence is higher in people with diabetes. Yet the condition goes undiagnosed.

Do you have Metabolic Syndrome?

Metabolic Syndrome Explained

Also called Syndrome X (you will see books on this in the bookshops now), Metabolic Syndrome is a condition that's characterized by the production of large amounts of insulin which the body can't use properly. Insulin can't do its job of taking Glucose from the blood into the body cells so blood glucose levels rise and can be detected with a medical test, although you may not have any symptoms. The resulting high concentrations of blood glucose can damage blood vessels and delicate nerves.

Metabolic Syndrome is very common and becoming even more so. People from certain ethnic groups (such as indigenous Australians and people of the Pacific Island heritage and Asian decent) are affected most and its often seen in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

What are the symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome?

Central obesity: Fat is laid down around the abdomen rather than spread evenly around the body. This type of fat is metabolically active and triggers inflammation around the body.

Abnormal blood fat levels: This occurs when there are high levels of LDL-cholesterol and triglyccerides and low levels of a beneficial type of fat called HDL-cholesterol, which helps the body to get rid of excess cholesterol. This results in an increased likelihood of arteriosclerosis (fatty plaques) on the walls of the blood vessels.

High blood pressure (hypertension): As blood moves through your arteries, it puts pressure on the artery walls; this is your blood pressure. Hypertension happens when the blood moves through your arteries at a higher pressure than normal. This means that the heart has to work harder than normal, putting both the heart and the arteries at great risk of damage.

Caution:

So if you have Central obesity (if you are carrying too much weight around the middle or are apple shaped) and you have two other conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes or raised blood fats, you have Metabolic Syndrome and are at an increased risk of chronic conditions such as heart disease, stroke and other problems relating to blood vessels.

Eating smart can help this condition:

Enjoy a diet that is rich in wholegrains, vegetables and fruits and cut down on the amount of sugary, fatty foods you consume.

Eating a diet rich in wholegrains is important because they are higher in fibre than their white carbohydrate counterparts and helps improve insulin sensitivity because the carbohydrates are broken down much more slowly giving the body the chance to tackle the sustained energy release.

The fibre also means that you consume fewer calories and eat more slowly (wholegrains require more chewing) which reduces your chances of overeating and eating too quickly.

  

Add USANA Nutrimeal to Your Day can help-  

 

Its can help you address your Blood Sugar levels and along with The Essentials give you better health! 

  

What Makes Nutrimeal Work?

 

NUTRIMEAL Low GI Shakes - Dutch Chocolate, French Vanilla & Wild Strawberry

Usana's Nutrimeal meal replacement drink comes in a variety of flavors and is a Low Glycemic, balanced meal-replacement drink that includes proteins, carbohydrates, dietary fibre, and many micronutrients.

RESETTM is a jump-start program to help you take positive steps toward reaching your health and weight-loss goals.

To learn more about RESET CLICK HERE 

  

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent and disease.

 

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