METABOLIC QUIZ
Find out if you're in a danger zone
Coach Deb has prepared a quick and easy quiz for you
to find out if you should pay more attention on how your metabolism is doing.
You'll also get some suggestions on what to do based on your results.
Here we go!
Let's make this real simple.
Grab a pen and some paper and answer the following questions:
- Do you have a waist circumference of more than 40 inches (102 cm) for men or 35 inches (88 cm) for women?
a) Yes b) No - Do you have high blood pressure, or are you on medication to control your blood pressure?
a) Yes b) No - Do you have high blood sugar levels, or have you been diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes?
a) Yes b) No - Do you have high triglyceride levels, or are you on medication to lower your triglycerides?
a) Yes b) No - Do you have low HDL ("good") cholesterol levels, or are you on medication to raise your HDL cholesterol?
a) Yes b) No - Do you lead a sedentary lifestyle, with little to no physical activity?
a) Yes b) No - Do you have a family history of metabolic syndrome or related conditions like diabetes or heart disease?
a) Yes b) No - Do you have excess fat around your midsection, even if your overall weight is not considered high?
a) Yes b) No - Do you often feel fatigued or have low energy levels?
a) Yes b) No - Do you have a history of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) if you're a woman?
a) Yes b) No
Here's how to find out your results:
Count your points like this:
For questions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 10:
Yes answers are scored as 1 point each.
No answers are scored as 0 points each.
For question 9:
Yes answers are scored as 0 points.
No answers are scored as 1 point.
