10 Metabolic Syndrome Symptoms
Symptom #2: Hypertension
Arterial hypertension or high blood pressure occurs when the blood pressure in the arteries is constantly higher than normal. Even though a blood pressure of 130/85 is in the range of “prehypertension,” it’s enough to contribute to the diagnosis of metabolic syndrome. Hypertension is a major risk factor for stroke, atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, loss of vision, dementia, and chronic kidney disease.
Hypertension is often seen among those with a family history of hypertension and lifestyle choices such as smokers, use of birth control pills, excessive consumption of salt, alcohol consumption, and excess body weight.
