METABOLIC SYNDROME SEMINAR
Marie Milleage
A seminar about metabolic syndrome was presented on July 5 by Dr. Anna Love who explained that metabolic syndrome is a combination of a specific group of risk factors that cause this condition.
Genetics and an individual’s behavior play a role in metabolic syndrome. A diagnosis is made after obtaining the results of a physical examination and blood tests. The criteria for metabolic syndrome include three of five risk factors in adults:
Children are at risk if they have the same risk factors as identified in adults.
The American Heart Association advises, people with metabolic syndrome are more likely to have or die of a heart attack, have a stroke, or be diagnosed with diabetes. Metabolic syndrome can be prevented and treated by maintaining a healthy weight, eating a heart-healthy diet including nutrient dense foods, participating in physical activities, reducing stress, having regular health examinations, and following healthcare providers’ instructions.
Rebecca Martinez, a Health Studies Intern studying at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, accompanied Dr. Love and answered questions at the display table. She explained how hidden ingredients of salt and sugar can affect your body’s systems as well as suggested an easy-to-prepare chicken salad wrap.
Dr. Love along with Micki and David Zartman, Robson Ranch residents, are joining together to arrange a metabolic syndrome workshop in the fall at the Ranch. To participate or for more information about the workshop and future meetings open to Robson Ranch residents only, please contact Dr. Love at info@lovetolivewell.com.
DATCU credit union provided seminar refreshments and door prizes at the event.
All content within presentations sponsored by the Living Well at Robson Ranch Committee is intended for general information only. It should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of a professional health care provider. Neither the Living Well at Robson Ranch Committee, Robson Ranch Denton HOA, nor Robson Communities is responsible or liable for the content and do not endorse any commercial product or service mentioned or advised in any presentation.
Marie Milleage
A seminar about metabolic syndrome was presented on July 5 by Dr. Anna Love who explained that metabolic syndrome is a combination of a specific group of risk factors that cause this condition.
Genetics and an individual’s behavior play a role in metabolic syndrome. A diagnosis is made after obtaining the results of a physical examination and blood tests. The criteria for metabolic syndrome include three of five risk factors in adults:
- A large waistline, with excess weight around the waist measuring more than 35 inches for women and 40 inches or more for men. This shape is also known as an “apple-shaped” figure. For each additional one pound of weight, there is an extra eight pounds of pressure on the hips and knees.
- A high triglyceride level (LDL) of more than 150 mg.
- A low cholesterol level (HDL) of less than 50 mg for women and less than 40 mg for men.
- A blood pressure of 130/85, diagnosed as high blood pressure.
- A fasting blood sugar level between 100-125 mg, prediabetes or a fasting blood sugar level of 166 mg or higher, considered diabetes. A diet loaded with fat also affects how insulin works and increases blood sugar.
Children are at risk if they have the same risk factors as identified in adults.
The American Heart Association advises, people with metabolic syndrome are more likely to have or die of a heart attack, have a stroke, or be diagnosed with diabetes. Metabolic syndrome can be prevented and treated by maintaining a healthy weight, eating a heart-healthy diet including nutrient dense foods, participating in physical activities, reducing stress, having regular health examinations, and following healthcare providers’ instructions.
Rebecca Martinez, a Health Studies Intern studying at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, accompanied Dr. Love and answered questions at the display table. She explained how hidden ingredients of salt and sugar can affect your body’s systems as well as suggested an easy-to-prepare chicken salad wrap.
Dr. Love along with Micki and David Zartman, Robson Ranch residents, are joining together to arrange a metabolic syndrome workshop in the fall at the Ranch. To participate or for more information about the workshop and future meetings open to Robson Ranch residents only, please contact Dr. Love at info@lovetolivewell.com.
DATCU credit union provided seminar refreshments and door prizes at the event.
All content within presentations sponsored by the Living Well at Robson Ranch Committee is intended for general information only. It should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of a professional health care provider. Neither the Living Well at Robson Ranch Committee, Robson Ranch Denton HOA, nor Robson Communities is responsible or liable for the content and do not endorse any commercial product or service mentioned or advised in any presentation.