Metabolic syndrome is essentially a combination of various diseases or complexities that can lead to severe health issues. Typically, metabolic syndrome encompasses five conditions, including increased waist circumference, elevated triglycerides, reduced high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, elevated blood pressure, and elevated fasting glucose levels. Individuals affected by metabolic syndrome are at risk of developing diabetes, heart diseases, stroke, and other serious conditions. However, the good news is that metabolic syndrome can be mitigated through lifestyle improvements, dietary changes, and the consumption of dried fruits.
According to research included in the MDPI journal, individuals with metabolic syndrome who increase their consumption of dried fruits alongside improving their lifestyle may reduce the risks of developing associated diseases. Dried fruits have been found to be helpful in controlling abdominal obesity, accumulation of fat around the waist, lipid accumulation in the blood, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
Experts suggest that dried fruits such as pistachios, almonds, apricots, cashews, figs, raisins, and dates are beneficial in reducing the effects and risks of metabolic syndrome. Throughout the world, it has been observed that people are increasingly consuming fried and unhealthy foods like chips and papads, especially among the youth. However, incorporating dried fruits into their diets can help mitigate the negative effects of fried foods.
Experts emphasize that dried fruits are beneficial not only for young individuals aged 20 but also for those aged 40 and above, particularly for preventing metabolic syndrome. Therefore, promoting the consumption of dried fruits can play a significant role in improving public health outcomes, reducing the burden of metabolic syndrome, and preventing associated chronic diseases.
