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The Metabolic Syndrome, Its Component Risk Factors, and Progression of Coronary Atherosclerosis

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The metabolic syndrome: useful concept or clinical tool? Report of a WHO Expert Consultation

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Prevalence of metabolic syndrome and its relationship with leisure time physical activity among Peruvian adults

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Environmental and societal influences acting on cardiovascular risk factors and disease at a population level: a review

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The metabolic syndrome: Validity and utility of clinical definitions for cardiovascular disease and diabetes risk prediction

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Metabolic Syndrome and Incident Diabetes: Current state of the evidence

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Epidemiological and nutrition transition in developing countries: impact on human health and development

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