Metabolic & Endocrine Disorders
Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions including abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, high triglycerides, and low HDL cholesterol. It significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Functional medicine addresses the underlying insulin resistance and inflammation driving all these conditions simultaneously.
Common Symptoms
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome
Abdominal obesity (waist circumference >40 inches men, >35 inches women)
Elevated blood pressure (≥130/85 mmHg)
High fasting blood sugar (≥100 mg/dL)
High triglycerides (≥150 mg/dL)
Low HDL cholesterol (<40 mg/dL men, <50 mg/dL women)
Fatigue and brain fog
Increased hunger and cravings
Root Causes
Understanding what drives Metabolic Syndrome
Insulin resistance from chronic high carbohydrate intake
Sedentary lifestyle
Chronic inflammation
Visceral fat accumulation
Gut dysbiosis
Chronic stress
Sleep deprivation
Environmental toxins
Nutrient deficiencies
Comprehensive Metabolic Assessment
We evaluate all components of metabolic syndrome and identify root causes.
Fasting glucose and HbA1c
Fasting insulin and HOMA-IR
Lipid panel (triglycerides, HDL, LDL, particle size)
Blood pressure monitoring
Waist circumference and body composition
Inflammatory markers (CRP, IL-6)
Liver function tests (NAFLD screening)
Vitamin D, magnesium levels
Gut microbiome analysis
Metabolic Reset Protocol
Our approach reverses insulin resistance and addresses all components of metabolic syndrome.
Low-carbohydrate, Mediterranean, or ketogenic diet
Intermittent fasting
Regular exercise (150 minutes/week minimum)
Weight loss (5-10% of body weight)
Berberine or metformin for insulin sensitivity
Omega-3 fatty acids for triglycerides
Magnesium and chromium supplementation
Stress management techniques
Sleep optimization
Gut healing protocol
Expected Outcomes
Reversal of metabolic syndrome criteria
Weight loss and reduced waist circumference
Normalized blood pressure
Improved blood sugar control
Optimized lipid profile
Reduced cardiovascular risk
Increased energy and vitality