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Metabolic Syndrome: Understanding the Cluster of Metabolic Abnormalities
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What is metabolic syndrome?
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A cluster of metabolic abnormalities that increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes
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Metabolic syndrome is a combination of several metabolic abnormalities, including high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol, and excess body fat around the waist. These abnormalities increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.