Metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of risk factors—abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, high triglycerides, and low HDL—that raises the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. This tag covers how to assess and reverse it with training, nutrition, sleep, stress management, and (when appropriate) medical optimization to improve men's health, energy, and long-term performance.

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BRI vs BMI for longevity: Why your waist may matter more than your weight

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 15, 2026 · 13 min read

BRI likely predicts longevity risk better than BMI for many men because it reflects abdominal fat distribution, not just weight for height. If your BMI is “fine” but your waistline is climbing, BRI can be the reality check that pushes you toward the right labs and the right plan. “For men, the big miss with ...