Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions including increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol levels that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. It is diagnosed when a person exhibits at least three of these five conditions. Lifestyle changes such as improved diet, increased physical activity and weight loss are the primary treatments recommended for metabolic syndrome to reduce risk factors and prevent related diseases.

1. The Insidious Metabolic Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment