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The risk of developing metabolic syndrome is related to five factors; one of those is high triglycerides. Medical research has established a definite connection between metabolic syndrome and the increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Now, a recently released study by the National Cancer Institute reveals a possible relationship between metabolic syndrome and cancer of the liver. The possible relationship between metabolic syndrome and liver cancer is an important discovery that yields some very valuable information that may help to reverse the rising trend in liver cancer. With this article, let’s take a closer look at the connection between high triglycerides, metabolic syndrome and liver cancer.High Triglycerides Levels in Americans on the Rise      For the past 30 years, the levels of triglycerides in Americans has been on the rise. The number of Americans with high triglyceride levels, which is defined as triglycerides over 150 mg/dl, has increased to one-third, or 31%. This is being found among more young adults. Rising right alongside the triglycerides are the rates of obesity and diabetes in young Americans. Additionally, the incidence of metabolic syndrome has risen and now affects 34% of Americans. Five Factors Increasing the Risk of Metabolic Syndrome      Develop just three of the following risk factors and you could get metabolic syndrome: 1. High Blood Pressure   2. Low levels of ‘good’ cholesterol   3. High Triglycerides   4. High Blood Sugar Levels   5. A large waistline, also known as “central obesityâ€Â       Metabolic syndrome is also known as syndrome X, insulin resistance syndrome, cardio-metabolic syndrome and metabolic syndrome X. As research studies have shown, there is a definite connection between metabolic syndrome, high triglycerides and the development of diseases like Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, vascular disease and fatty liver. Additionally, the number of cases of metabolic syndrome has increased by over 10% since 1988. Metabolic Syndrome and Liver Cancer      This study by the National Cancer Institute concludes that that those with metabolic syndrome may be at risk for developing cancer of the liver. Studying the medical histories of patients with this type of cancer, the NCI then compared those histories to those of people without cancer. The results showed that more than 37% of the patients with liver cancer had pre-existing metabolic syndrome versus 17% of healthy people. Since the 1980′s, in addition to the rising of high triglyceride and metabolic syndrome, there has been an unfortunate increase in the number of people with liver cancer. With a survival rate of just 10% beyond five years, liver cancer is serious and terminal. Prevention of Liver Cancer      A look at the evidence connecting high triglycerides, metabolic syndrome and liver cancer, it is possible to conclude that some liver cancers may be prevented if metabolic syndrome is controlled through medical management of the five contributing factors. Diet and lifestyle changes can effectively control, and even prevent, all five of these factors. Whether it’s high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, or a bulging waistline that you are battling with, the same diet and lifestyle changes can work for them all. Sheila Mailer is RN health coach who is passionate about helping others achieve their absolute best in health and wellness. Sheila hopes to help others by publishing accurate, reliable, easy-to-read health information such as The Danger of High Triglycerides. Related Articles - liver cancer, cancer, increased triglycerides, triglycerides, high triglycerides, metabolic syndrome, Email this Article to a Friend! Receive Articles like this one direct to your email box! Subscribe for free today!