Metabolic syndrome is named for a group of risk factors that
occur together and increase the risk for coronary artery
disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Metabolic syndrome has
been associated with Insulin resistance syndrome (Syndrome X)
and has become more and more common in the United States. In
fact, it is estimated that 1 in 4 people are affected by
Metabolic Syndrome. While there is no know single cause, all of
the syndrome’s risk factors are related to obesity (altered body
composition). Metabolic syndrome is associated with many
conditions and risk factors, but there are two key factors that
should not be taken lightly. Number one is central obesity,
which can be measured by an increased waist to hip ratio. This
can sometimes be recognized as an “apple shaped” appearance.
Number two is insulin resistance (Syndrome X). This is a
syndrome that is found in individuals whom cannot effectively
utilize insulin. Insulin is needed to help control the amount of
sugar in the body. Insulin facilitates the tran