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1/3 Of
Americans Have Pre-Diabetes Syndrome
(Washington, Reuters Health, 8/27/02)
Experts from the American College of Endocrinology,
American Association of Endocrinologists, American Medical
Association and the American College of Physicians have
expressed concern over the sharp rise in insulin resistance
syndrome, which is characterized by the body's inability to
properly utilize insulin. Also known as Syndrome X, the
condition is reaching epidemic proportions in both adults and
children, as Americans eat more and exercise less. The
syndrome can usually be reversed by proper diet and physical
activity, but will lead to diabetes, heart disease and other
life-threatening diseases when left untreated.
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