topicCocoa Products Metabolic Syndrome Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 3 4 5 Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is characterized by the coexistence of cardiovascular risk factors and metabolic disorders, such as hypertension, insulin resistance, dyslipidemias – elevated triglyceride levels and reduced HDL levels – and increased waist circumference [,].
evidence level1
citationGomes Chagas Amanda (2026)
sourceThe effects of cocoa products in individuals with metabolic syndrome and related diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis
topicCocoa Products Metabolic Syndrome Meta-Analysis
claimThe presence of MetS is a risk factor for other conditions, particularly increasing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes (DM2) by five times and the risk of cardiovascular diseases by three times [].
evidence level1
citationGomes Chagas Amanda (2026)
sourceThe effects of cocoa products in individuals with metabolic syndrome and related diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis
topicCocoa Products Metabolic Syndrome Meta-Analysis
claimIt may be the result from a combination of genetic factors, dietary profile, and physical inactivity [].
evidence level1
citationGomes Chagas Amanda (2026)
sourceThe effects of cocoa products in individuals with metabolic syndrome and related diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis