Treating And Managing Metabolic Syndrome

Treat Cardiovascular Risk Factors

Cardiovascular risk factors for metabolic syndrome include obesity, high blood pressure, high triglycerides, and low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Integrating a healthy diet with an exercise program, getting nutritional or health coaching, and seeking support from healthcare professionals may help patients treat cardiovascular risk factors. Some patients may need multiple medications to effectively control their cardiovascular risk; for example, medications to lower both blood pressure and cholesterol may be needed, and some patients may also benefit from weight loss medication.