CRP and metabolic syndrome: The significant cross-validated model (CV-ANOVA p < 0.001; Fig. 2 b) identifies that a higher asset index was the only significant sociodemographic component that was associated with lower grip strengthBMI. In terms of the components of metabolic syndrome, a lower grip strengthBMI was associated with a higher waist circumference, blood pressure, triglycerides and systemic inflammation (CRP).