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Metabolic Syndrome Soars 47.7% Among Young Koreans

4/13/2025

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A startling 47.7% rise in metabolic syndrome among Koreans in their 20s from 2018 to 2022 has been linked to unhealthy eating habits. Dr. Park Min-soo's insightful book, "The End of Fast Aging," urges a shift towards healthier cooking and more vegetables, cautioning against overindulging in fruit juices that could hinder metabolic health.

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A startling 47.7% rise in metabolic syndrome among Koreans in their 20s from 2018 to 2022 has been linked to unhealthy eating habits. Dr. Park Min-soo's insightful book, "The End of Fast Aging," urges a shift towards healthier cooking and more vegetables, cautioning against overindulging in fruit juices that could hinder metabolic health.