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Does Your Waist Circumference Put Your Heart at Risk?
Did you know that having an “apple” shape, where fat sits around your middle, is more risky for your heart than having a “pear” shape, where fat sits around your hips? It’s true. Find out if your...
View ArticleDiagnosed With Metabolic Syndrome? Why It’s a Call to Action You Should Take...
Maybe your belt has gotten tighter, or your pants are snug around the waist. Then you learn your blood pressure is up, your blood sugar level has risen or your blood lipid levels are out of whack....
View ArticleIf You’re ‘Fit But Fat,’ Do You Really Need To Lose Weight?
Q: I am active and exercise regularly, but I am still overweight. My BMI is 32. I have read that being “fit but fat” is fine in terms of future heart risk. Why should I lose weight if I remain fit? A:...
View ArticleObesity Increases Your Risk for Chronic Kidney Disease
We all know that carrying around extra body fat isn’t good for us. But you may not realize that losing weight can help prevent kidney disease in otherwise healthy people. Being overweight (having a...
View ArticleMetabolic Syndrome Diet: What to Eat and What to Avoid
Metabolic syndrome is a serious condition. It’s a cluster of factors that put you at risk of heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes. But you can turn it around by making some changes to your eating...
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