Metabolic Risk Factors
http://www.who.int/nmh/events/2012/discussion_paper3.pdf
• “Metabolic" refers to the biochemical processes
involved in the body's normal functioning
• Behaviors (modifiable risk factors) can lead to
metabolic/physiologic changes.
• WHO has prioritized the following four metabolic
risk factors:
‒ Raised blood pressure
‒ Raised total cholesterol
‒ Elevated glucose
‒ Overweight and obesity