Dietary Patterns and Their Impact on Metabolic Syndrome Among Patients in the Endocrine Department: A Cross-sectional Study

Abstract

Metabolic syndrome is a multifactorial condition characterized by
the coexistence of central obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and
impaired glucose metabolism, significantly increasing cardiometabolic
risk. In India, recent estimates report a prevalence of 20% to 40%,
highlighting the need for targeted public health strategies. Dietary
habits are a modifiable determinant of metabolic health, yet their
specific association with metabolic syndrome remains underexplored
in clinical populations. This study will examine dietary patterns and
their relationship with individual components of metabolic syndrome
among patients attending the endocrine department of a tertiary care
hospital. A cross-sectional design will collect dietary, anthropometric,
clinical, and biochemical data from 250 participants aged 25-60
years. The study aims to generate evidence supports the development
of nutrition-focused interventions to reduce cardiometabolic risk in
outpatient settings.