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What is metabolic Syndrome? The American Heart Association explains what metabolic syndrome is, what your risk of metabolic syndrome is, the symptoms of metabolic syndrome, the diagnosis of metabolic syndrome, the treatment of metabolic syndrome and how metabolic syndrome can be prevented.

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Our relationship to food is a central one that reflects our attitude towards our environment and ourselves. Mindful eating can bring us awareness of our own actions, thoughts, feelings, motivations and insight into the roots of  health and contentment-

One key factor of metabolic syndrome is obesity-
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As technology advances, we are seeing less of the traditional sit down face to face consultations.
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Maintaining good health means asking a lot of questions. How far did I run this morning? Why am I tossing and turning for hours every night? How many calories were in that Chipotle burrito? But when counting every refried bean just won't work, it can be hard to find answers. Luckily, there are at least 50 simple solutions to our health- and wellness-related quandaries.

We're talking apps that can see inside food packaging; personal trainers that fit in our back pocket; and bloggers who dig up the latest research on the science of meditation. And while each of these startups is different, they all remind us that - when it comes to health, fitness, and happiness - we're not alone. Help, it turns out, is just a click, a tap, or a phone call away. Check out what these companies, ranked from 1 to 50, have to offer and tell us which ones are your personal favorites.

There are plenty of awesome health and wellness startups out there, and we had a hard time choosing just 50 to feature. To narrow down the list, we looked only at companies with about 50 or fewer employees. We also considered the startups' growth over the last few years, presence on social media, and press coverage. So while these are hardly the only 50 startups out there, in our opinion they are spearheading the most exciting developments in health and fitness

1. MyFitnessPal
Managing body weight and eating healthy are a lot easier when you can keep track of what exactly you're eating. MyFitnessPal is a tool for just that purpose, letting users track their daily activity (and calorie burn) and food intake (calorie consumption). That way, it's possible to see how much you've consumed, how much you've burned, and how much you have left to chow down on. They have a huge database with nutrition facts for hundreds of thousands of foods, including both popular brands like KIND Foods and basic staples like brown rice (broken down by brand, too!). Plus, it's super simple to add new foods with the handy dandy barcode scanner. The system's also smart - it remembers things you eat frequently for quick n' easy logging! Photo: Gary Sexton Photography

Want to track that run, hike, or bike ride? Look no further. One of the most popular fitness-tracking apps, RunKeeper lets users track distance, length, and calories for their workouts and then share and compare stats on social media. The company recently released a sleek redesign that allows for easier photo sharing and faster updates. (Plus it's super pretty.) And non-iPhone users, don't fret; they've got an Android app, too. Photo: RunKeeper

This European startup is aiming high to become a full-service health and fitness platform. Runtastic offers an array of online services and apps that measure, track, and analyze data. Users can also connect to social media platforms and interact with friends. Many of their apps (like PushUps and Cycling) cost a few bucks, but their most popular running app, "runtastic" is free and fun to use. Photo: Runtastic

Whether we want to run, skate, ski, or cycle, Endomondo makes it easier to track the way we train. Created by three management-consultants-turned-entrepreneurs, the Endomondo Sports Tracker is a free GPS-assisted iPhone app that tracks any outdoor sports adventures and helps monitor users' performance over time. Feeling social? Challenge someone to a race, or let others cheer you on - endomondo.com is where 13 million-plus users come to connect and sweat it out with friends. Photo: Endomondo

After working together on The Essential New York Times Cookbook, professional food writers Amanda Hesser and Merrill Stubbs were ready for a new project. They set a goal to create an entirely reader-sourced cookbook in 52 weeks (hence the title of the website). Through online recipe contests, they soon had enough recipes for a book, which was published in 2011. Even better, they created a community where home cooks could be appreciated and interact with each other, discuss food news, and, of course, exchange recipes. Photo by Amanda Merrill

7. MindBodyGreen
The folks at MindBodyGreen are dedicated to making wellness a holistic practice and a part of everyday life. Every day brings dozens of new articles on the latest trends in health, fitness, and sustainability, from the link between meditation and sex to the benefits of slurping some chlorophyll. The site features a nice balance of personal stories (" How I Learned to See Beauty When I Look in the Mirror" and more general guides to relationships, eco-friendly living, and finding inspiration everywhere. Photo: MindBodyGreen

. A 12. Greatist
Maybe we're biased, but in our opinion there's no better place to find high-quality, easy-to-read, down-to-earth articles about health and wellness. It's all about making one better choice every day, whether that's chowing on some superfoods or taking a minute to meditate bodyweight exercises community of Greatists around the world is working on spreading the word about health and fitness, and how easy it can be when there are resources like guides to and ways to beat anxiety. The good news? You're already here and on your way to better health! Photo by Jordan Shakeshaft

18. PatientsLikeMe
PatientsLikeMe launched in 2004, after two brothers who helped found the company discovered their other brother had been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease. The idea is that visitors can form communities based on common health issues, whether that's insomnia, arthritis, or lower back pain. The best part is there's lots of data, so it's possible to see which treatments people are using and how well they worked. There's even room for science nerds to search for current research on their specific health conditions using the clinical trials tool. And in an awesome new development, PLM now features an open science platform where users can track the progression of chronic diseases and share that data with medical researchers. Photo: PatientsLikeMe

19. MapMyFitness
There's no need to drag those feet on the 'mill when we've got 70 million global routes to choose from. Founded in 2005, the Austin, Texas-based tech company powers one of the largest fitness-focused social networks on the web, providing them with a range of GPS-enabled technologies to map, track, and share their workouts online. (Check out MapMyRun , MapMyRide, and MapMyWalk to get started.) Bonus: MapMyFitness also offers nutrition tracking, training guides, and event listings to help people of all levels reach their next fitness goal. Photo: MapMyFitness

28. Tastespotting
Way back in 2007, before Pinterest or Instagram, Sarah Gim created a forum for people to show off what they were cooking and eating. Tastespotting was one of the first " food porn" websites, and due to its highly selective application process, it's still one of the most exclusive. The site is so sought-after by aspiring (and established) food bloggers around the world that Gim receives over a thousand recipe submissions every day. Clicking on a swoon-worthy cupcake, omelet, or lentil stew on Tastespotting takes the reader to an outside food blog, where the recipe is posted. It may not be the best site for actionable recipes, but for beautiful food photography, nothing beats the original. Photo: www.tastespotting.com

How many Brown University alums does it take to revolutionize the way we track our sleep? Zeo is proof there's a smarter way to get a good night's rest. The product is both a mobile app and a fancy piece of headband technology that monitors when the wearer is getting deep or light sleep every night. A built-in coach helps analyze the data and increase quality shut-eye. From its humble beginnings, Zeo has managed to carve out a space in the growing sleep market. Photo: myzeo.com

42. Omada Health
We've written about Omada Health before, when they rolled out Prevent, the first-ever online platform to fight diabetes. But we're confident we haven't seen the last of them. The Silicon Valley startup uses the power of technology to design preventative health programs accessible to anyone, anywhere. The company views guidance and social support as key elements in making healthier habits stick, and the social component (as well as scientific backing) is a key part of every program they develop. Photo: benchfix.com

45. AliveCor
AliveCor is one of the first heart-monitoring iPhone apps to be approved by the FDA. That solid backing (and millions in funding) have helped the low-cost, tech-forward company achieve its goal: Placing important vitals and statistics in the palm of your hand. The device measures Lead I ECGs and is useful for anyone interested in tracking their health. Moreover, it's an inexpensive and efficient way for patients to track their vitals from their home whether they're post-surgery or just looking to get better. Photo: juhansonin

It's like Santa Claus went wild in Whole Foods. Every month, Blissmo subscribers get a box of organic, eco-friendly products such as granola, protein bars, juice, and peanut butter. Offices and families can sign up for specially curated boxes, and there are options for gluten-free deliveries. Photo: BlissMo
Which startup on this list is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below or tweet the author directly at @ShanaDLebowitz.

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The 50 Most Innovative Health, Fitness, and Happiness Startups

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Maintaining good health means asking a lot of questions. How far did I run this morning? Why am I tossing and turning for hours every night? How many calories were in that Chipotle burrito? But when counting every refried bean just won't work, it can be hard to find answers.

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Metabolic syndrome is a group of risk factors such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, and belly fat -- that increases risk of heart disease and diabetes. Improvement can be shown with diet, exercise, and medications.

Most patient with metabolic syndrome report feeling discouraged with the inability to lose weight or improve labs values.

Please comment: Can behavioral base modifications be more effective than changes in metrics i.e. ( labs, weights) when treating metabolic syndrome?

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Jim Morelli explains how metabolic syndrome can be a risk factor for diabetes.