In logistic regression analysis, independent predictors of (1) increased SSS (i.e., >3) were male gender (OR 6.53, p = 0.001) and CRP > 6 mg/L (OR 9.53, p = 0.005), and (2) was increased SDS (i.e., >1) and history of dyslipidemia (OR 2.47, p = 0.033). Here, CRP is linked to metabolic syndrome.