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Metabolic Syndrome Factors

Meaning

Metabolic Syndrome Factors are a cluster of five specific, measurable clinical abnormalities that significantly increase an individual’s risk for developing cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke. These factors include elevated waist circumference, high blood pressure, high fasting blood glucose, high triglyceride levels, and low High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. The presence of three or more of these conditions constitutes a diagnosis of Metabolic Syndrome, indicating a state of profound metabolic dysregulation often linked to chronic insulin resistance and hormonal imbalance. Addressing these factors is paramount for preventative health.