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To learn more about metabolic syndrome, browse any of the metabolic syndrome topics below.

Close Up Of Happy Senior Couple About Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is a combination of factors that multiply a person's risk for heart disease, diabetes and stroke. Almost 35% of American adults are affected. Read more.
 
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Metabolic syndrome is dangerous because when individual risk factors are seen together in a person, the likelihood increases for cardiovascular problems and diabetes. Learn more.
 
Close Up Of Father And SonYour Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
Certain risk factors are inherited and others can be changed by making healthy choices. Find out your risk and what you can do to reduce your odds for cardiovascular problems.
 
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Many of the factors for metabolic syndrome have no symptoms until severe damage has been done, however there are factors to understand and discuss with your healthcare provider. Learn more.
 
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By working with your healthcare professional, metabolic syndrome is treatable and you can reduce your risks. Discover what you can do to prevent and treat metabolic syndrome.
 

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