Industrialised food, sedentary lifestyles, chronic stress… these everyday factors encourage the accumulation of visceral fat and durably weaken cardiovascular health. This is what we call metabolic syndrome, a combination of imbalances that alters overall metabolic balance. In this video, Jean-Marie Bard explains what metabolic syndrome is and shares the most effective levers for regulating your metabolism on a daily basis.
Metabolic syndrome is a combination of imbalances that weakens cardiovascular health and alters overall metabolic balance. These disorders are linked to the accumulation of visceral fat. The first criterion is an increase in waist circumference, which exceeds 94 cm in men and 80 cm in women.
This large waist circumference must be combined with at least two of the following metabolic abnormalities:
The causes of metabolic syndrome are partly historical. Our bodies were shaped to gather, hunt and fish. Yet in just a few generations, our diet has become industrialised, sweeter and richer in lipids. Chronic stress also promotes the accumulation of visceral fat.
How to regulate your metabolism? To regulate your metabolism, two levers are essential. Regular physical activity, with at least 150 minutes of moderate activity per week. In parallel, a varied diet is indispensable. You should favour:
As a complement to a healthy lifestyle, certain plant complexes have shown interest in the scientific literature. Animal, in vitro and human studies have demonstrated that extracts of artichoke, garlic, bilberry and certain citrus fruits are able to:
Chromium, a mineral that improves insulin sensitivity, can also be useful. Finally, in case of overweight, konjac can help reduce your food intake by forming a gel that provides a feeling of satiety.