Metabolic Syndrome Can Cause Diabetes-Related Damage to the Body

Did you know that metabolic syndrome can potentially cause diabetes-related damage to the body, including blood vessel damage, even before a person's A1C level reaches the diagnostic range for diabetes, meaning the damage can occur years, even decades, before a formal diabetes diagnosis is made.

Did you know that you may be experiencing metabolic dysfunction even if you are a healthy weight or quite athletic ?

Explanation:

* Insulin resistance:

A key feature of metabolic syndrome is insulin resistance, where the body's cells don't respond effectively to insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar levels even if they aren't high enough to be classified as diabetic. This state can still damage blood vessels over time.

* Prediabetes stage:

Metabolic syndrome often overlaps with prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a diabetes diagnosis. During this stage, the damage to blood vessels can already be starting.

* Other risk factors:

Metabolic syndrome includes other risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and abdominal obesity, which further contribute to cardiovascular complications even before full-blown diabetes develops.
Key points to remember:

* Early detection is crucial:

Even if your A1C is not in the diabetic range, having metabolic syndrome indicates a significantly increased risk for developing diabetes and related complications, so proactive lifestyle changes are important.

* Consult your doctor:

If you have risk factors for metabolic syndrome, discuss with your doctor about screening tests and preventive measures.

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