Glasgow, Scotland - The simpler definition for metabolic syndrome proposed in May 2001 by the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) ATP III is an effective predictor of CHD and new-onset ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Metabolic syndrome refers to having multiple conditions that increase the risk of health problems like diabetes, stroke and heart ...

I just turned 40 and had my annual physical, which included a large panel of blood tests. I was told that I have metabolic syndrome and could develop diabetes. I was told to limit my sugar intake. Can ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I just turned 40 and had my annual physical, which included a large panel of blood tests. I was told that I have metabolic syndrome and could develop diabetes. I was told to limit my ...

Despite the debate about the utility of this diagnosis, its hazards are clear. Patients should start on a treatment regimen sooner rather than later. Metabolic syndrome is classified as the ...