Research code: 14192922969699337035163177079
Ethics code: IR.IAU.VARAMIN.REC.1404.018
1- Islamic Azad University, South Branch, Tehran, Iran
2- Islamic Azad University, South Branch, Tehran, Iran ,somayehh59@yahoo.com
2- Islamic Azad University, South Branch, Tehran, Iran ,
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Background and Objective: Metabolic syndrome is a major public health challenge significantly linked to cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. This study aimed to identify the most influential factors affecting metabolic syndrome through a systematic review and analyze their role in preventive management. The findings can inform effective management strategies and health policies, ultimately reducing the burden of non‑communicable diseases and improving quality of life for at‑risk individuals.
Methods: Following the Arksey and O’Malley framework, we searched PubMed, ProQuest, Google Scholar, SID, and Magiran for articles published between 2010 and 2025. Studies were screened per PRISMA guidelines, and key data were recorded using a standard extraction form. Data analysis included descriptive and comparative statistical methods.
Findings: Ninety‑four articles met the inclusion and exclusion criteria and were analyzed. Identified factors were grouped into medical/clinical, demographic, socioeconomic, anthropometric, lifestyle, nutritional, psychological/stress‑related, occupational, environmental, and health‑system domains. Hypertension, weight gain, abdominal obesity, physical inactivity, smoking, unhealthy dietary patterns, and low HDL levels had the most significant impact on metabolic syndrome incidence.
Conclusion: Controlling blood pressure, blood glucose, and obesity, along with lifestyle modifications, constitutes the most crucial preventive strategies. The results underscore the importance of developing multidimensional health policies, improving public awareness, modifying dietary patterns, and enhancing access to healthcare services. Implementing comprehensive interventions at individual and policy levels could help reduce the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and its associated complications.
Methods: Following the Arksey and O’Malley framework, we searched PubMed, ProQuest, Google Scholar, SID, and Magiran for articles published between 2010 and 2025. Studies were screened per PRISMA guidelines, and key data were recorded using a standard extraction form. Data analysis included descriptive and comparative statistical methods.
Findings: Ninety‑four articles met the inclusion and exclusion criteria and were analyzed. Identified factors were grouped into medical/clinical, demographic, socioeconomic, anthropometric, lifestyle, nutritional, psychological/stress‑related, occupational, environmental, and health‑system domains. Hypertension, weight gain, abdominal obesity, physical inactivity, smoking, unhealthy dietary patterns, and low HDL levels had the most significant impact on metabolic syndrome incidence.
Conclusion: Controlling blood pressure, blood glucose, and obesity, along with lifestyle modifications, constitutes the most crucial preventive strategies. The results underscore the importance of developing multidimensional health policies, improving public awareness, modifying dietary patterns, and enhancing access to healthcare services. Implementing comprehensive interventions at individual and policy levels could help reduce the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and its associated complications.
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Received: 2025/05/13 | Revised: 2025/11/3 | Accepted: 2025/11/3
Received: 2025/05/13 | Revised: 2025/11/3 | Accepted: 2025/11/3
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