• Insulin resistance (the body’s cells develop a resistance to insulin, making it difficult to convert sugar (glucose) to energy)
• Prothrombotic state (e.g., high fibrinogen or plasminogen activator inhibitor [–1] in the blood), also known as thick blood
• High blood pressure (130/85 mm/Hg or higher)
• Pro-inflammatory state (e.g., elevated high-sensitivity C-reactive protein in the blood)¹
• Trouble with extra weight around the middle
• Difficulty losing weight
• Weight gain
• High triglyceride levels (also known as high blood fats)
• Low HDL (good) cholesterol levels and high LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. Read more about cholesterol.

• Online Self-assessments – Self-assessments, such as the Candidiasis Self-assessment and the Magnesium Assessment, can help you determine some of the root cause(s) of your chronic conditions. Learn more about Self-assessments.
• Blood Pressure Reading — A cuff is placed around your upper arm and inflated, while a healthcare professional determines your diastolic and systolic blood pressure. High blood pressure can be one indicator of the possibility of Syndrome X.
• Fasting Glucose Tolerance Test — A simple blood test taken after fasting (usually 12 to 14 hours of fasting is required before the test is taken), which measures the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood.
• C-Reactive Protein Test — A simple blood test that measures C-reactive protein levels in the blood. High C-reactive protein levels indicate the presence of systemic inflammation, usually found in those who suffer from Syndrome X.
• Lipid Profile — Those who have Syndrome X exhibit low HDL (good) cholesterol, high LDL (bad) cholesterol and high triglyceride levels. A simple blood test taken after fasting for 12 to 14 hours can determine lipid levels. The lipid profile includes:
  • Total cholesterol
  • HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol)
  • LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol)
  • Triglycerides

Additional Information about Syndrome X

1. Syndrome X Overview
2. Common causes of Syndrome X     
3. Help me choose a natural and alternative treatment for Syndrome X   
4. Dietary and lifestyle recommendations that may help in the treatment of Syndrome X    
5. Conventional or prescription medications used in the treatment of Syndrome X
6. Cited Sources and Additonal Reading for Syndrome X