Monthly Archives: May 2011

Carotenoids and Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic syndrome or syndrome X, is a disorder characterised by insulin resistance and weight gain. Developing metabolic syndrome increases the likelihood of being diagnosed with cardiovascular disease and type II diabetes. The cause of metabolic syndrome is not known, but … Continue reading

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