Weight and metabolic risk: a discussion
Doctor explanation
Dr. Fowad discusses how blood pressure, blood sugar, waist size and blood fats can combine to increase future health risks.
About this video
Metabolic syndrome is assessed from a combination of measured risk factors, usually at least three of five: waist size, blood pressure, blood sugar, triglycerides and HDL cholesterol. Weight or appearance alone does not establish the diagnosis. Lifestyle measures and treatment are tailored to the person to reduce risk.
Further reading: NHLBI: Metabolic syndrome · NHLBI: Metabolic syndrome diagnosis.