Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and its Nutritional Management

Year : 2025 | Volume : 02 | Issue : 01 | Page : 26 37
    By

    Gulafsha Shakir,

  • Bushra Shaida,

  1. Student, Department of Food Technology School of Interdisciplinary Sciences and Technology Jamia Hamdard (Hamdard University), (INSTITUTE OF EMINENCE) (Deemed to be University), New Delhi, , India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Food Technology School of Interdisciplinary Sciences and Technology Jamia Hamdard (Hamdard University), (INSTITUTE OF EMINENCE) (Deemed to be University), New Delhi, , India

Abstract

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a collection of risk factors, especially when at least three occur together, including abdominal obesity, dyslipidemia, low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-c) levels, hypertension, and insulin resistance.  MetS is linked to an increased risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) if treatment is not received.The causes of MetS include both genetic and acquired factors that contribute to issues such as insulin resistance, chronic low-grade inflammation, and obesity. One of the primary approaches to treating and managing metabolic syndrome is through lifestyle modifications, particularly changes in dietary habits. Although the most effective dietary strategy has yet to be determined, specific dietary adjustments such as upgrading the quality of the food or modifying distribution of macronutrients in the food, have shown helpful results in managing metabolic syndrome conditions. However, energy-specific dietary practices and scaling down physical inactivity are essential in improving metabolic disturbances thus in the present review detailed risk factors and management of metabolic syndrome will be discussed.

Keywords: Metabolic syndrome, abdominal obesity, insulin resistance, management, nutraceuticals, dietary patterns

[This article belongs to International Journal of Sustainability ]

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Gulafsha Shakir, Bushra Shaida. Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and its Nutritional Management. International Journal of Sustainability. 2025; 02(01):26-37.
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Regular Issue Subscription Review Article
Volume 02
Issue 01
Received 05/01/2025
Accepted 05/02/2025
Published 10/02/2025
Publication Time 36 Days
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