<DIV><DIV><B>Twenty-seven Percent of Americans Have Metabolic Syndrome</B></DIV><DIV><B></B> </DIV><DIV>It's now estimated that 55 million Americans have metabolic syndrome; however, if you're like most Americans, you may not have ever heard of the syndrome much less understand how it increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. Metabolic syndrome actually is a cluster of disorders, all of which are affected by both genetics and lifestyle. If you have three or more of the following, you considered as having metabolic syndrome:</DIV><DIV>     <div><DIV>·        A waistline of 40 inches or more for men and 35 inches or more for women<br>·        High triglyceride levels<br>·        High blood pressure<br>·        Elevated fasting blood  sugar levels<br>·        Low HDL cholesterol levels (the good cholesterol) <BR> <BR>There are no specific symptoms of metabolic syndrome, but it takes a toll on health. People with metabolic syndrome are 3.5 times more likely to die of a heart-related ailment and 5 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes.</DIV></DIV></DIV><DIV> </DIV><DIV>The good news is that you can overcome this deadly syndrome. The authors of <I>Overcoming Metabolic Syndrome</I>, an endocrinologist and a cardiovascular surgeon, have treated thousands of patients; they know how to cut through the confusion and give you're the basics about how you can restore your health.</div><DIV> </DIV><DIV>Among the questions they answer:<BR></DIV><DIV>·        How do I know if I have metabolic syndrome?<BR>·        What is insulin resistance? Why is it a critical issue?<BR>·        Why does insulin resistance make it so hard to lose weight?<BR>·        What is the role of exercise, diet, and nutrition?<BR>·        Which medications are used to treat the syndrome?</DIV><DIV><BR> <B>A Clear and Simple Guide to Better Health</B>!</DIV></DIV>