What lifestyle therapies are recommended for patients with metabolic syndrome?
The AHA and ACC recommend essentials of a healthy diet for patients at risk for ASCVD, including patients with metabolic syndrome. This dietary pattern should emphasize the intake of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, healthy protein sources, and non-tropical vegetable oils; and limits intake of sweets, sugar-sweetened beverages, and red meats. Additionally, adults should be advised to engage in aerobic physical activity 3-4 sessions per week, lasting on average 40 minutes per session and involving moderate-to vigorous-intensity physical activity.