Pre Metabolic Syndrome, also referred to as Metabolic Syndrome X, is the condition of health individuals’ face before they develop full-blown Metabolic Syndrome and Diabetes. Metabolic Syndrome is characterized by impaired metabolism and insulin production and it can result in stroke and cardiovascular disease. Risk factors for this syndrome and for Diabetes are closely linked and therefore individuals who develop Diabetes are likely to develop Metabolic Syndrome as well.
When a person eats, the digestive system will break down the food into glucose, which is transported in the blood. Insulin transfers this glucose from the blood into muscles, tissue, and other cells in the body so they can use it as fuel. When people do not produce enough insulin or cannot absorb the insulin available, the excess glucose remains in the blood and a person’s blood sugar level remains elevated. Prolonged periods of high blood sugar levels can cause extreme fatigue, as well as kidney and heart disease.
Individuals may develop Metabolic Syndrome if they have at least three contributing factors, such as high blood sugar, high blood pressure, and high triglycerides. Blood sugar levels must meet pre-Diabetic ranges which are 110 mg/dL or higher. Usually people who have above normal levels are termed, diabetic, pre-diabetic, insulin resistant, or impaired glucose/fasting tolerant. Blood pressure must also be 130/85 or higher, while triglycerides should be at least 150 mg/dL.
When checking LDL cholesterol, numbers should be below 40 mg/dL in men and 50 mg/dL in women. In addition, being overweight or obese may not qualify a person for meeting the criteria, but their waistline measurements will. Excess fat stored in the abdomen that causes a measurement of 40” for men and 35” for women will satisfy one condition of the disease.
Depending on the association, the guidelines may differ for a diagnosis of pre metabolic syndrome. The International Diabetes Federation states that an individual qualifies for this diagnosis if they are obese-defined by waist circumference-and if they have two of the other factors. The Word Health Organization, on the other hand, classifies metabolic patients if they have any form of Diabetes or pre-Diabetes, and two of the other factors with the addition of protein in the urine measuring ≥ 20 µg/min.
Pre Metabolic Syndrome – Symptoms
The symptoms of Pre Metabolic Syndrome are the same as the factors that guarantee its diagnosis. For example, having high blood pressure is a side effect of this disease and a condition of the diagnosis. Due to this fact, it is important to have annual or biannual checkups to monitor, glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides. Individuals can monitor their weight, BMI, and body measurements frequently to determine if they are consuming too many calories or not getting an adequate amount of exercise.
Pre Metabolic Syndrome – Risk Factors
Risk factors for developing Pre Metabolic Syndrome include poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking tobacco, and drinking alcohol in addition to elevated blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and triglycerides. Stress, excess weight, and aging can contribute to the onset and progression of both diabetes and metabolic syndrome, so it is wise to have a lifestyle regime that includes a nutritious diet, daily exercise, and healthy habits for preventing and controlling this disease.
