Correlation of Anthropometric, Visceral Fat, and Lipid Profile Parameters with Metabolic Syndrome among Obese University Students

Metabolic syndrome (MS) is a cluster of metabolic abnormalities that increase cardiovascular disease and diabetes risk. This study aimed to analyze the correlation between clinical, anthropometric, physical activity, and laboratory characteristics with MS among obese students based on NCEP ATP III criteria. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 109 obese medical students aged 17–22 years at Universitas Indonesia. Data collection included anthropometric measurements, dietary assessment, physical activity evaluation, and biochemical analysis. Correlation analysis was performed using Pearson or Spearman tests. Results showed a positive correlation between age, waist circumference, body fat percentage, and triglyceride levels with MS (p < 0.05). Conversely, HDL-cholesterol levels were negatively correlated. No significant associations were found between MS and total energy intake or physical activity. These findings suggest that central obesity and dyslipidemia are dominant factors influencing MS among young adults with obesity. Preventive strategies emphasizing waist circumference reduction and lipid control through lifestyle modification are strongly recommended to minimize future cardiometabolic risks in this population.