Christina,
Such an important posting with many factors highlighted.
Metabolic syndrome is a relatively new and fascinating concept linking in as it does type 2 diabetes , obesity. llipid disturbances, together with less well recognised hormonal changes such as menstrual disturbances,polycystic ovaries and related imbalances in men, often associated with prolactin imbalance , sleep/wake dysfunction etc.
Many psycho active drugs' action seem to 'work' by affecting some of these pathways pituitary, hypothalamus ,adrenals with the unwanted side effects alongside to varying degrees.
Fortunately exercise and diet cam be very helpful in reducing associated risks,
but for sure, recognition and long term ongoing encouragement is also VITAL from involved professionals as well as family and friends.
People with SZ and related disorders are by no means alone in facing this condition but it is so important their risks are taken seriously, reviewed regularly and get the proper attention and assessment, especially when linked to their medications.
Preventative medicine should be for all and affordable!
(Now off hobby horse!)
Chris,
Non expert retired doc UK, living alongside
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From the diagnostic criteria you shared, I do have Metabolic Syndrome. I was not aware of that fact, but I have my big yearly appt with bloodwork and everything on Wednesday. It will be interesting to see if things have changed since last September. I am actually exercising less and eating more cholesterol and sugar, so....drat. But I did order a treadmill last weekend and it should be delivered at the end of this week or the the first of next week. I can hardly wait to use it. I love treadmills! Since January 30, I have been spending most days and nights at my mothers. First she broke her hip, and now her right hand is basically useless. We should find out what is wrong with the hand tomorrow afternoon. A lot is riding on this.
Does stress contribute to Metabolic Syndrome?
I want to Thank you Christina for writing this share post. I feel it is very important that everyone knows about this problem and what they can do for themselves.In a span of three years I have managed to lose close to 70 pounds by doing exactly what you outlined in your share post. I started an exercise routine and over time I kep increasing it. I walk, lift weights and also do simple exercises most of us did growing up in school. I also made lifestyle changes in my eating habits and started eating healthy and cutting out eating between meals. That is not to say I do not make unhealthy choices at times.
I feel the key to successful weight loss is to burn more calories than you take in. I also feel the key to exercise is to keep moving. Find an activity you enjoy doing and try to do it on a daily basis.
Let me close by saying I feel better both mentally and physically because I enjoy my exercise routine and I a better self cofidence in how I look.
Hi Carolyn,
Stress could cause the risk factors because when a person is under stress they could tend to eat more (emotional eating) and stop paying attention to what they eat and they could stop exercising.
I'm glad you bought the treadmill. I love the treadmill at the gym. This week it was so beautiful I didn't go to the gym instead I walked about a total of 3 miles outdoors and in the park.
Again I'm pleased you bought the treadmill. Let us know how it goes.
Regards,
Christina