Most people in the western world know about diabetes but are less likely to have heard about pre diabetes.
Even less will know about the term "metabolic syndrome.
" The importance of having metabolic syndrome cannot be over-stressed as it can be an indicator of diabetes.
We are all affected by our metabolism.
It is a reference to the way that our body burns nutrients in order for us to keep moving normally and healthily.
Sugars in the form of glucose are our main source of energy, and they come from carbohydrates in the foods we eat.
That glucose then travels in the blood and is collected by insulin which takes it to the body cells to be used as energy Sometimes something goes wrong with the metabolic system which can affect the insulin pick up of glucose and this is what is referred to as "metabolic syndrome.
" Either there is not enough insulin in the body, or it is not accepted by the cells and this results in too much sugar in the bloodstream.
The potential harm to the body in this case is great and can lead to diabetes, stroke, heart disease, and kidney disease among others.
There are other risk factors which can make things worse of course.
These would include obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels and high blood sugar levels.
Some of these risks can be lessened or cured by small changes in lifestyle, for example getting more exercise and eating a more healthy diet can work wonders.
A good pre diabetes diet can, in some cases, even stop the development of full diabetes dead in its tracks.
Doctors use metabolic syndrome as an indicator to determine your risk for diabetes Type 2.
Your BMI (body mass index) calculation is used to determine if you are overweight or obese; high blood pressure is diagnosed by checking your blood pressure; and your cholesterol levels are determined by a simple blood test.
All easily done and so worthwhile as it enables a correct assessment to be made It should be remembered that metabolic syndrome is not a disease in itself though, it is a condition that enables your doctor to assess your risk for certain diseases, including diabetes.
As always, if you are at risk of developing metabolic syndrome, you must listen to your doctor's advice so you can avoid the serious complications of diabetes.
Have a good life.
Even less will know about the term "metabolic syndrome.
" The importance of having metabolic syndrome cannot be over-stressed as it can be an indicator of diabetes.
We are all affected by our metabolism.
It is a reference to the way that our body burns nutrients in order for us to keep moving normally and healthily.
Sugars in the form of glucose are our main source of energy, and they come from carbohydrates in the foods we eat.
That glucose then travels in the blood and is collected by insulin which takes it to the body cells to be used as energy Sometimes something goes wrong with the metabolic system which can affect the insulin pick up of glucose and this is what is referred to as "metabolic syndrome.
" Either there is not enough insulin in the body, or it is not accepted by the cells and this results in too much sugar in the bloodstream.
The potential harm to the body in this case is great and can lead to diabetes, stroke, heart disease, and kidney disease among others.
There are other risk factors which can make things worse of course.
These would include obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels and high blood sugar levels.
Some of these risks can be lessened or cured by small changes in lifestyle, for example getting more exercise and eating a more healthy diet can work wonders.
A good pre diabetes diet can, in some cases, even stop the development of full diabetes dead in its tracks.
Doctors use metabolic syndrome as an indicator to determine your risk for diabetes Type 2.
Your BMI (body mass index) calculation is used to determine if you are overweight or obese; high blood pressure is diagnosed by checking your blood pressure; and your cholesterol levels are determined by a simple blood test.
All easily done and so worthwhile as it enables a correct assessment to be made It should be remembered that metabolic syndrome is not a disease in itself though, it is a condition that enables your doctor to assess your risk for certain diseases, including diabetes.
As always, if you are at risk of developing metabolic syndrome, you must listen to your doctor's advice so you can avoid the serious complications of diabetes.
Have a good life.
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