Overcoming Metabolic Syndrome
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If you're an adult in America, there's a 27 percent chance that you have metabolic syndrome. Even though it affects 55 million people in the United States, you may not have heard of this syndrome, much less understand it.
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If you're an adult in America, there's a 27 percent chance that you have metabolic syndrome. Even though it affects 55 million people in the United States, you may not have heard of this syndrome, much less understand it. It is actually a group of metabolic disorders--obesity, insulin resistance, abnormal cholesterol levels, and high blood pressure. While each of these problems can lead to cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes, the collective effect of metabolic syndrome significantly increases the risk of death from these diseases. The good news is that you can overcome this deadly syndrome. Understanding the complexities of metabolic syndrome are the first step. The authors, Dr. Scott Isaacs, an endocrinologist and Dr. Fred Vagnini, a cardiologist, have treated thousands of patients. They understand your concerns and need for answers to questions such as:
- How do you know if you have metabolic syndrome?
- What is insulin resistance? Why is it a critical issue?
- How do you overcome metabolic syndrome?
- How important is weight loss?
- What is the role of exercise?
- Which medications are used to treat the syndrome?
Informative without being alarmist, this guide to living with metabolic syndrome offers the latest and broadest advice on a poorly understood ailment. Metabolic syndrome is complex, comprising a collection of health risks that can increase a patient's chance of developing other problems, such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. The symptoms and causes of metabolic syndrome are similarly tangled, and this book is written to cut through the confusion and clearly explain what a patient faces if he or she receives this diagnosis. Complex topics such as the factors that cause metabolic syndrome, how to overcome symptoms, choosing a physician, and coping with the emotional impact of the disease are clearly explained. Free of jargon, the text covers easily implementable patient strategies for mitigating the effects of metabolic syndrome, including exercise and nutrition. The newest medical treatment options—including clinical trials—are outlined, providing many tools for the estimated 47 million people who live with this syndrome. Indispensable for sufferers and their friends and family, this handbook both comforts and educates readers on living a full life in the face of a difficult disorder.