In fact, they have established why they work against metabolic syndrome, and confirm it with decades of real-life data.

In 2017, a new survey study showed that low-carb eaters can effectively reduce metabolic syndrome abnormalities.

This is great news as metabolic syndrome is becoming more and more common.

In fact, its incidence has been rising for several decades, and it’s now estimated that about 25% of the adults in the United States have metabolic syndrome.

And, it’s serious. Studies suggest that metabolic syndrome accounts for a large percentage of population-attributable risk for premature cardiovascular mortality (1).

Let’s use Keto Zone to fight it! 

What is Metabolic Syndrome?

Metabolic syndrome is actually a collection of metabolic abnormalities associated with high levels of visceral adiposity (fat stored in the abdomen cavity around many important organs).

These abnormalities include insulin resistance, high blood pressure, high LDL cholesterol and high triglycerides, and central obesity.

When at least 3 of these 5 abnormalities occur, metabolic syndrome is diagnosed. (2)

Does low-carb eating help?

Low-Carb Survey

In 2017, researches sent a survey to 1580 “low-carb eaters.”

These participants generally consumed less than 100 g of carbohydrates per day for over a year typically with the goal to lose weight or reduce the risk of disease.

When they provided laboratory values, it was confirmed that the majority had seen improvements in:

• HbA1c
• Blood glucose
• Lipid panel results
• Reduced usage of various medications and medication cost savings
• Reduced pain and use of pain relievers

This survey (3) continues to builds off of the evidence of many studies before it.

Study: Low-Carb Diets Fight Metabolic Syndrome

A study published in the August 2007 Journal of Nutrition confirmed low-carb diets could combat metabolic syndrome. Since then, the research has continued to mount.

In this study, researchers showed metabolic syndrome improvements. And, they investigated why the restrictions worked.

Lead researcher Matthew R. Hayes and colleagues studied 20 men and women, all who were obese and all who had metabolic syndrome.

The study took place over 12 weeks. The participants followed a low-carb diet in two phases.

In phase one, they only ate 10% calories from carbs for 2 weeks. During phase two, they could increase all the way up to 27% of calories from carbs, for the last 10 weeks.

Metabolic Syndrome Study Results

By the end of the 3 months, the participants had lost an average of 10 pounds.

But, this was not the most significant outcome.

In the end, 50% of the participants no longer had metabolic syndrome.

Upon further investigations, investigators found that it was about hormone changes.

Hormones that Affect Metabolic Syndrome

First, the researchers noted a decrease in insulin. Insulin is the hormone in the body that is released in response to rising blood sugar, so this makes sense.

They also saw a decrease in leptin. Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that tells your brain you’ve had enough to eat. Oftentimes, our cells become resistant to leptin, signaling a metabolic issue known as leptin resistance.

When leptin decreases, it indicates less resistance and improved metabolic responses.

Both of these hormones were most significantly decreased during phase one of the study. During phase two, both hormones crept back up slightly, but not to their original baseline.

Surprisingly, these results were found even without strict diet adherence.

In fact, in retrospect, the researchers found the average intake of carbs was 25% of calories in phase 1, and 35% of calories in phase 2.

The results would likely have been even more significant will strict diet protocols and adherence.

How does Keto Zone Work to Fight Metabolic Syndrome?

Much like these study participants, you can fight or reduce your risk of metabolic syndrome with low-carb Keto Zone eating.

In fact, a very high percentage of people experience the following when they drop their carbohydrate intake. Studies show they:

• Lose weight without suffering much hunger as they experience satiety and a reduction in appetite (4)
• Lose weight initially and quickly, often within just 1-2 weeks (5)
• See a drop in triglycerides (6,) since sugars and carbohydrates are responsible for most high triglyceride levels
• Optimize your cholesterol ratio and lower your risk of heart disease, this is great news (7)
• Dramatically reduce blood sugars and insulin levels (8)

How to Get Started on Keto Zone

By being on this site, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll find recipes, tips, supplements and a complete guide to Keto Zone eating in Dr. Colbert’s Keto Zone Diet Book.

Bottom Line

Low-carb Keto Zone eating can fight metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a serious, increasingly-common condition. Learn how to cut your carbs, increase your fats, and fight Metabolic Syndrome with Keto Zone.

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