Metabolic Syndrome

People with the metabolic syndrome are at increased risk of coronary heart disease and other diseases related to plaque build up in artery walls (e.g., stroke and peripheral vascular disease) and type 2 diabetes. The metabolic syndrome has become increasingly common in the United States. It's estimated that over 50 million Americans have it.

Our class will help you set short and long-term goals for yourself after we review practical ways to achieve a desirable weight and increase your physical activity. We will also discuss healthy eating habits that include quick and healthy cooking, shopping tips and dining out.

• Elevated waist circumference:

Men- Equal to or greater than 40 inches (102 cm)
Women - Equal to or greater than 35 inches (88 cm)
• Elevated triglycerides:


Equal to or greater than 150 mg/dL
• Reduced HDL ("good") cholesterol:


Men - Less than 40 mg/dL
Women - Less than 50 mg/dL
• Elevated blood pressure:


Equal to or greater than 130/85 mm Hg
• Elevated fating glucose:


Equal to or greater than 100mg/dL

Metabolic Syndrome Class Schedule click to download flyer (pdf)

Location
Saint Mary's Health Plans
1510 Meadow Wood Lane
Reno, NV

Thursdays

• January 22
  6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  

• February 26
  12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
  

• March 26
  6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  

• April 23
  12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
  

Cost is $10 for HealthFirst members, Health Choice members, Saint Mary's employees and volunteers; $20 for the community.

Reservations are required. Call (775) 770-7100 to register.