Syndrome X (Metabolic Syndrome)

Metabolic syndrome or Syndrome X is a grouping of cardiac risk factors that result from insulin resistance (when the body's tissues do not respond normally to insulin).
What should I do about it?

Those with metabolic syndrome should make every attempt to reduce their body weight and incorporate aerobic exercise (at least 20 minutes) into their daily lifestyle. Reducing weight and increasing exercise can reverse metabolic syndrome and the risk for cardiovascular complications can be substantially improved.
Since people with Syndrome X can also suffer from blood lipid disorders and high blood pressure, a diet that is low in saturated fat and salt is very important.

How can Slimavite help?

•You should limit sugary carbs and replace them with wholegrain carbs such as wholemeal breads and   wholewheat pasta. You should also aim to cut out fried foods and avoid eating animal fats, such as   butter and cream. The fats that you eat should be unsaturated, such as olive oil and vegetable oil, and eaten sparingly. And of course, filling up on five fruit and veg a day will help to satisfy your appetite. The  Bite Plan makes it very easy for you to manage a balanced intake of healthy foods.
• You should also look for low gi foods as these control the release of sugar into your bloodstream   keeping you feeling fuller for longer. The Slimavite shakes have a have been independently tested by   the Leatherhead Institute to have a low Gi of just 35 and are also very low in sugary carbs. Learn more   about our shakes and low GI foods.
If you are taking Warfarin avoid foods such as cranberries and grapefruit.

If you are considering using Slimavite and the Bite Plan and think you maybe suffering from Syndrome X it would be wise to speak with your doctor or other healthcare professional about this. He or she will be very interested in our technical summary, please follow this link and print off the page for them.