

Together, they greatly increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes and stroke.


Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of three or more conditions such as excess body fat, high blood pressure, high blood sugar and abnormal cholesterol levels. "More childhood television viewing time was also associated with a higher risk of overweight and obesity and lower physical fitness." "Those who watched the most had a higher risk of metabolic syndrome in adulthood," lead researcher and physician Dr. Sorry kids, but your parents are right – watching too much TV can be bad for you.Īccording to a new a study, children who watch more television are also more likely to develop health issues as adults.
