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Metabolic syndrome is a group of heart disease risk factors that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. It is also considered a very serious health problem and is very common in India. Many cases have been reported where young children also suffer from this syndrome, in The following report talks about the symptoms and causes of metabolic syndrome, according to the website "onlymyhealth".
Symptoms of metabolic syndrome
1. Increased waist circumference
An increased waist circumference is one of the most common symptoms of metabolic syndrome. Waist sizes greater than 36 inches in women and 40 inches in men are a worrisome stage. Obesity caused by metabolic syndrome is usually concentrated in the middle region of the body.
2. Insulin intolerance
People with diabetes or insulin intolerance are more likely to develop metabolic syndrome. Glucose levels above 100 milligrams can be an indication that a person may have metabolic syndrome.
3. High blood pressure
One of the symptoms of metabolic syndrome is that it negatively affects the heart, causing high blood pressure. Blood pressure levels above 130/85 milligrams of mercury are not a good indicator of your heart health.
Causes of metabolic syndrome
1. Age
Age is one of the main causes of metabolic syndrome. People over the age of 35 are more likely to have it. It is estimated that more than 40% of people in their mid-60s and 70s suffer from this syndrome.
2. Obesity
Obesity can be a major cause of this syndrome. Dangerously overweight is not at all good for your health. Obesity leads to the emergence of many other problems such as diabetes and high blood sugar.
3. Heredity and other factors
A history of high blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes in blood relatives is also one of the main causes, Hispanic regions such as Spain, Cuba and the United States are more prone to developing metabolic syndrome.