Metabolic syndrome is a common condition that can go undiagnosed because it does not necessarily cause any symptoms, but can lead to other very serious health conditions. Metabolic syndrome is defined by its five components: high blood pressure, elevated fasting blood sugar, low HDL cholesterol, high Triglycerides and increased abdominal circumference. These factors increase the risk of many common issues, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke. The best way to check whether you … [Read more...] about Taking an Integrative Approach to Metabolic Syndrome