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What is metabolic syndrome?
A collection of risk factors that increase your risk of developing certain health conditions
When was metabolic syndrome formally defined by the World Health Organization?
In the late 1990s
What is insulin resistance?
A condition where the body doesn't respond properly to insulin
What is insulin resistance?
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What body mass index (BMI) can increase the risk of metabolic syndrome?
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Which factor can increase your risk according to the text?
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Study Notes
Metabolic Syndrome
- Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Definition and History
- Metabolic syndrome was formally defined by the World Health Organization in 1999.
Insulin Resistance
- Insulin resistance is a condition in which the body's cells become less responsive to insulin, making it harder for glucose to enter the cells.
- Insulin resistance is a key component of metabolic syndrome.
Risk Factors
- A body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher can increase the risk of metabolic syndrome.
- Aging can increase your risk of metabolic syndrome.
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