WHAT IT IS (Metabolic Syndrome)
Risk factors, individually or in combination for cardiovascular – diabetes – kidney disease:
- Abdominal fat
- Increased blood sugar/insulin resistance
- Dyslipidemia
INDICATIONS – MEANING
Medical companies estimate that in the US, 25% of the population has metabolic syndrome. It is found equally often at all ages, and is found in overweight people with significant fat accumulation in the abdominal area and limited physical activity.
Criteria of metabolic syndrome are :
Vitamin | Main Dietary Sources | Main Properties and Functions |
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BITAMINH A (retinol and beta-carotene) | Barley grass, butter, cabbage, carrot, carrot, egg yolk, fish, liver, spirulina, whole milk. | Antioxidant Immune-enhancing Anti-cancer Anti-aging
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Vitamin B1 (thiamine) | Asparagus, beef kidney, liver brewer’s yeast, brown rice, dry legumes, beans, lamb, milk, nuts, pork, poultry, rice bran, rye, salmon, soy, spirulina, sunflower seeds, wheat germ, whole grains, yeast. Caution Destroyed in cooking, depleted with sugar, brown black tea, alcohol |
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | Almonds, asparagus, barley grass, brewer’s yeast, cheese, chicken, eggs, green leafy vegetables, liver, meat dairy products, mint leaves, spirulina, wheat germ. Caution Destroyed by sunlight | Anticancer Immunosuppression
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Vitamin B3 (niacin, nicotinic acid) | Beef liver, brewer’s yeast, chicken , white meat, fish, salmon, swordfish, tuna, green vegetables, hops, lean meats, turkey, pork and beef, liver, legumes, milk, nuts, peanuts, blueberries, sunflower seeds. |
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Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) | Beef, blue cheese, brain, quinces, dairy products, eggs, fish, plaice, heart, herring, kidneys, liver, liverwurst, mackerel, milk, sardines, shellfish, litharge, Swiss cheese. | Haematopoietic Neuroprotective
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Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | Aloe vera juice, black currant, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, bell pepper, cauliflower, citrus fruits, cabbage, raisins, grapefruit, guava, cabbage, lemons, mango, papaya, parsley, potatoes, spinach, strawberries, peppers, sweet potatoes, mandarins, tomatoes, cardamom. Caution Destroyed in cooking, in light with vinegar and in long storage of food. | The most important water-soluble Antioxidant Immune-enhancing Anticancer
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Vitamin D (Calciferol) | Butter, cod liver oil, eggs, sub-glass oil, herring, mackerel, meat, milk, salmon, sardines. | Antiosteoporotic Anti-cancer Immunosuppressive
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Vitamin E (tocopherol) | Almonds, apricots, corn, corn oil, corn oil, cottonseed oil, eggs, hazelnuts, green leafy vegetables, margarine, milk, nuts, palm oil, peanut oil, soybeans, sunflower seeds, walnuts, wheat germ, whole grains. | Antioxidant Cardioprotective Anti-aging
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Vitamin H (biotin) | Brewer’s yeast, brown rice, oatmeal, butter, meats, calf’s liver, cashews, cereals, cheese, chicken, egg yolk, green peas, lentils, mackerel, tuna, milk, nuts, oats, peanuts, soybeans, fava beans, sunflower seeds, nuts. |
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Vitamin K (phytomenadione) | Broccoli, cabbage, spinach, lettuce, turnips, greens, green tea, beef liver, egg yolks, whole wheat, oats, soybeans, potatoes, butter, cheese, asparagus, tomatoes. |
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Early and effective treatment of metabolic syndrome is important, as it gives up to greatly increased chances of :
- Severe cardiovascular diseases ( causes prothrombotic tendencies, hypertension )
- Chronic inflammatory reactions
- Diabetes
- Kidney diseases
LABORATORY TESTING
Fasting blood sugar / 2-hour blood sugar :
Fasting blood sugar / 2-hour blood sugar (2 hours after a hearty meal) and the blood sugar curve canbe used to assess the body’s ability to manage sugar properly.
Glycosylated haemoglobin HBA1c :
Glycated haemoglobin HBA1c, is the measurement of average blood sugar levels over the last 45 days
Insulin and c-peptide :
Insulin and c-peptide, hormones responsible for burning sugar.
Lipid profile (cholesterol, HDL-C, LDL-C, triglycerides, total lipids, Apo A-100, Apo B, Lp(a) ) :
Lipid profile (cholesterol, HDL-C, LDL-C, triglycerides, total lipids, Apo A-100, Apo B, Lp(a)) andlipid metabolism, and their dietary contribution to the measurements obtained. It is used as an independent indicator of cardiovascular risk.
The 24-hour urine microalbumin (Alb-U-24h) :
24-hour urine microalbumin (Alb-U-24h) Checks the health of the kidneys and is evaluated as a prognostic indicator of possible kidney failure.
hs-CRP (C-reactive protein), homocysteine (Hcy), adiponectin :
hs-CRP (C-reactive protein), homocysteine (Hcy), adiponectin Assess the inflammatory response caused by the syndrome.
INFORMATION ON LABORATORY TESTING
PREPARATION
Your tests with analytical systems and reagents top quality SIEMENS-USA BECMAN COULTER-USA
For the morning blood draw and
examination, it is proposed :
- Mandatory meal the night before, 11-12 hours before the blood draw.
- The evening meal should contain as little animal fat as possible (if consumed, cheese, fatty dairy and meat)
- in the morning no meal is taken, only coffee and a breadcrumb, with free consumption of water.
For taking urine :
- ALL urine is collected within 24 hours
- collection is done in a special “24-hour urine collector”, and storage requires a cool storage point – not a refrigerator.
TIME OF RESULTS
The results of blood tests and cultures are given within 3 days.
Selected information from sources:
- MayoClinic.org
- Labtestsonline.org
- Interpretation of Diagnostic Tests – J.Wallach
The personalization of the check-up takes into account multiple parameters of personal and family history.
Depending on the case, the selection of tests may require some that are not mentioned on this page.
The exact selection is the responsibility of your attending physician.
Edited by: Ioannis Gratsias, Lab Director / Clinical Biochemist
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Metabolic Syndrome Check-Up
Metabolic Syndrome is a set of parallel conditions that often coexist in the same patient and are a major risk factor for heart, respiratory and metabolic health diseases. This set of symptoms and conditions includes hypertension, hyperglycemia, hypertriglyceridemia, excessive waist circumference and hyperlipidemia. In addition, metabolic syndrome is often associated with insulin resistance, a condition in which the body’s cells react less to the insulin produced by the pancreas. This resistance can lead to hyperglycemia and, eventually, type 2 diabetes.
Causes and Risk Factors:
Metabolic Syndrome is usually caused by a combination of genetic, environmental and behavioural factors. Risk factors include obesity, lack of physical activity, a diet high in fat and carbohydrates, and genetic predisposition.
Symptoms:
Symptoms of metabolic syndrome may be minimal at first and include hypertension, hyperglycaemia, excessive waist circumference, hyperlipidemia and insulin resistance. In the advanced stages, more serious health problems can arise, such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and other metabolic diseases.
Diagnosis (Metabolic Syndrome Check-Up):
The diagnosis of metabolic syndrome is based on symptoms, medical history, blood pressure, blood glucose and lipid levels and waist circumference.
Addressing Metabolic Syndrome Check-Up):
Treatment of metabolic syndrome usually involves lifestyle changes, such as exercise and diet, as well as drug therapy to control hypertension, diabetes and blood lipids.
Conclusions:
Metabolic Syndrome is an important condition that must be treated seriously and managed adequately to prevent serious health consequences. Prevention, diet, exercise and good health management can help to treat and prevent metabolic syndrome.
Metabolic Syndrome Check-Up