It is a combination of medical disorders that increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Also know as insulin resistance syndrome.
Risks
Syndrome X can lead to hypertension, heart disease, infertility, diabetes and other metabolic-related diseases.
Causes and signs
Biggest causes are sedentary lifestyle and an increase in processed foods consumption.
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