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darbym82

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Define metabolic syndrome and discuss the conditions associated with it.

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When protein consumption exceeds body needs and energy needs are met, the excess amino acids are metabolized and:
 
 a. stored as fat.
  b. excreted in the feces.
  c. stored as amino acids.
  d. stored as glycogen and fat.


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Metabolic syndrome is a constellation of metabolic abnormalities that increase the risk of heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and other disorders. Metabolic syndrome is characterized by insulin resistance, abdominal obesity, high blood pressure and triglycerides levels, low levels of HDL cholesterol, and impaired glucose tolerance.

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