Metabolic Research Center | Ft. Walton Beach

Metabolic Research Center | Ft. Walton Beach is a weight loss clinic serving Navarre, Florida, and the surrounding area. The clinic holds a rating of 4.70 based on 14 reviews, reflecting a solid reputation among the customers it has served. It is located at 1270 Eglin Pkwy Suite A-17.

Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that together increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes and stroke. A person meets the criteria for metabolic syndrome by having at least three of five conditions: excess abdominal weight, with a waist circumference over 40 inches in males and 35 inches in females; triglyceride levels of 150 mg/dL or greater; HDL cholesterol below 40 mg/dL in males or below 50 mg/dL in females; a fasting blood sugar level of 100 mg/dL or greater; and blood pressure of 130/85 mmHg or higher. About 1 out of every 3 adults in the United States has the condition.

Diagnosis involves a physical exam, a check of blood pressure, and blood tests that may include a lipid panel, a basic metabolic panel and a fasting glucose test. Treatment focuses on lowering the risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes through lifestyle changes and, where appropriate, medication. Insulin resistance is understood to be the main driver behind the syndrome, and excess weight around the abdomen, a lack of physical activity, certain medications and genetics all contribute to it. Not every aspect of the condition causes symptoms, so symptoms vary depending on which of the five conditions are present.

The clinic sits on Eglin Parkway in Navarre, a main route through the area.