metabolic syndrome

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In 'Good Energy,' a doctor lays out how to measure and boost your metabolic health

10:31am June 14, 2024

by Will Stone

In her new book, Dr. Casey Means argues that good metabolic function is key to preventing chronic disease. And she shares a prescription for boosting yours.

People with metabolic syndrome, which can include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar and several other conditions, are at higher risk of getting cancer, a new study finds.

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How high blood sugar, hypertension and obesity can add up to cancer risk

11:09am March 11, 2024

by Will Stone

It's known that obesity is linked to many cancers. A study shows metabolic syndrome, which includes factors like high blood pressure and insulin resistance, also drives increased risk.

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The large British study, begun in 1958, tracked the diet, habits and emotional and physical health of thousands of people from childhood through midlife.

Childhood Stress May Prime Pump For Chronic Disease Later

10:48am October 07, 2015

by Allison Aubrey

A British study that tracked the health of thousands from childhood through midlife finds early distress to be even more potent than adult stress in predicting later diabetes and heart disease.

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Americans' Waistlines Are Expanding, And That's Not Good Fat

1:31pm September 17, 2014

by Alison Bruzek

Are you more an apple or a pear? If it's the former, you've got company. Americans' waistlines are growing, even though obesity rates have plateaued. And more belly fat increases health risks.