Metabolic health is often misunderstood as metabolism, which is the process of turning calories you eat into energy. In reality, metabolic health is the health of cellular function and here are five main indicators to check if you’re metabolically healthy:
- Blood glucose levels
- Triglycerides
- High-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“good” cholesterol)
- Blood pressure
- Waist circumference
When each of these indicators is in a healthy range, it means you have optimal metabolic health. On the contrary, having one or two unhealthy indicators may mean a greater risk of serious diseases.
Most metabolic health indicators don't have obvious signs or symptoms. One sign that is visible is a large waist circumference and if your blood sugar is high, you might notice the signs and symptoms of diabetes — such as increased thirst and urination, fatigue, and blurred vision. Now before you panic, here are 4 ways that will definitely boost your metabolic goodness.