Metabolic syndrome describes the clustering of several conditions of the body including:

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Metabolic syndrome is characterized by a group of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. One of these conditions is elevated levels of triglycerides, which is a type of fat found in the blood. Excess lean body mass and low levels of insulin are not characteristics of metabolic syndrome. Elevated levels of HDL cholesterol are actually considered protective against heart disease, not a component of metabolic syndrome.

Metabolic Syndrome Describes the Clustering of Several Conditions of the Body