Dietary strategies to reduce metabolic syndrome

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Article

Publication Date

2013

Abstract

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of metabolic abnormalities characterized by central obesity, dyslipidemias, hypertension, high fasting glucose, chronic low-grade inflammation and oxidative stress. This condition has become an increasing problem in our society where about 34 % of adults are diagnosed with MetS. In parallel with the adult situation, a significant number of children present lipid abnormalities and insulin resistance, which can be used as markers of MetS in the pediatric population. Changes in lifestyle including healthy dietary regimens and increased physical activity should be the first lines of therapy to decrease MetS. In this article, we present the most recent information on successful dietary modifications that can reduce the parameters associated with MetS. Successful dietary strategies include energy restriction and weight loss, manipulation of dietary macronutrients—either through restriction of carbohydrates, fat, or enrichment in beneficial fatty acids, incorporation of functional foods and bioactive nutrients, and adherence to dietary and lifestyle patterns such the Mediterranean diet and diet/exercise regimens. Together, the recent findings presented in this review serve as evidence to support the therapeutic treatment of MetS through diet.

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Publication Title

Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders

Published Citation

Andersen, Catherine J., and Maria Luz Fernandez. "Dietary strategies to reduce metabolic syndrome." Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders 14, no. 3 (2013): 241-54.

DOI

10.1007/s11154-013-9251-y

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