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Metabolic Syndrome
Helpful Natural Supplements and Treatments
OVERVIEW
Metabolic Syndrome (also called Insulin Resistance Syndrome and Syndrome X), is a combination of metabolic disorders that increases the risk for cardiovascular disease, and possibly cancer and other illnesses. The signs are insulin resistance, abnormal blood lipids (high total cholesterol and triglycerides, and low HDL cholesterol), high blood pressure, and obesity (especially fat around the belly or apple-shaped). Sedentary lifestyle (little or no exercise), stress, smoking, as well as poor dietary habits (high sugar, fat, and salt, and low fiber), contribute to metabolic syndrome. The effect this syndrome has on health fits the expression, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.”
SUPPLEMENTS FOR METABOLIC SYNDROME
There are many natural supplements that may help with Metabolic Syndrome. Consult with your healthcare provider to see which of the following supplements may be appropriate for you.*
*PLEASE NOTE: It is very important to make sure that supplements do not interfere with your medications or an existing health condition. First check with your doctor before trying any supplements.
Vitamins & Minerals
Biotin – This B-vitamin may help with blood sugar regulation (diabetes).
Chromium – This trace mineral may help with blood sugar regulation (diabetes).
Magnesium – This macro mineral may help with diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
Vanadium – This trace mineral, especially in the form of vanadyl sulfate, may help with blood sugar regulation (diabetes).
Less Helpful: vitamin E, zinc.
Other Supplements
Alpha-Lipoic Acid – This nutraceutical may help with blood sugar regulation, and is also an excellent fat- and water-soluble antioxidant.
DHEA – This adrenal hormone may help with obesity, especially with fat deposited around the abdomen. 7-Keto DHEA is a form of DHEA that may also help with weight loss, while not being converted into estrogen or testosterone.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids (fish oil) – These fatty acids (EPA & DHA) may be helpful with high cholesterol, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity.
Soluble Fiber – This form of fiber (e.g., glucomannan, guar gum, psyllium) may lower elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and help with blood sugar regulation.
Less Helpful: CoQ10, L-arginine, L-carnitine.
Herbs
Cinnamon – This herb, especially a patented extract of it, may be helpful with blood sugar regulation (diabetes).
Less Helpful: bitter melon, gymnema sylvestre.
COMMENTS
The primary focus of treatment for Metabolic Syndrome is reducing insulin resistance. Weight loss, through dietary improvements (fewer refined carbs and less saturated fat, and more soluble fiber) and increased exercise, go a long way to achieving that goal. Also avoid alcohol and nicotine.
References
Jellin, JM, editor. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database, 2008.
Pillepich, JA. The Nutraceutical Reference Guide, 2005.
FOR METABOLIC SYNDROME, CONSIDER THESE SUPPLEMENTS*
● A high potency multi: Age-Less Paks; Osteo Paks; or Wellness Paks
● Biotin
● Chromium
● Magnesium
● Alpha-Lipoic Acid
● DHEA-25; DHEA-50; 7-Keto
● Heart Formula
● GlucoSynergy
● Omega-3
● Slim Paks
● Slim Fiber
*First check with your doctor if you have a medical condition or are taking prescription medications.
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