Reduce Symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic syndrome refers to a group of risk factors that have been linked to an increased risk of heart attack and diabetes. High blood pressure, insulin resistance, high cholesterol levels, and abdominal fat are all signs of metabolic syndrome. This cluster of metabolic disorders affects roughly half of adults aged 60 and older in the United States. People who have metabolic syndrome are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Dementia, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and eye diseases including cataracts are all related to metabolic syndrome.

People with metabolic syndrome may benefit from a diet high in omega-3 fish oil or healthy monounsaturated fats found in oils like olive and canola. Research shows that fish oil rich in omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) can help address the causes of metabolic syndrome. In people with metabolic syndrome, omega-3 fatty acids can help with insulin resistance, inflammation, and heart disease risk factors.