Metabolic Syndrome: A Hidden Threat with Serious Health and Occupational Implications.
Metabolic Syndrome is a serious health condition defined by a group of risk factors that, when present together, significantly increase the risk of chronic disease. It’s diagnosed when three or more of the following five conditions are present: - Abdominal Obesity: Waist circumference ≥102 cm (40 in) for men and ≥88 cm (35 in) for women. - Elevated Triglycerides: ≥150 mg/dL (1.7 mmol/L) or under treatment for high triglycerides. - Low HDL Cholesterol: <40 mg/dL (1 mmol/L) in men and <50 mg/dL (1.3 [...]