India's Hidden Diabetes Crisis: The Thin-Fat Phenomenon

In India, many people who look slim and healthy might actually have a lot of hidden fat around their organs, which can cause diabetes.

This is called the 'thin-fat' phenomenon.

Even if someone has a normal BMI and exercises, they might still have too much visceral fat, which is the fat that surrounds internal organs like the liver and pancreas.

This kind of fat can lead to insulin resistance, which is a major cause of diabetes.

Doctors say that looking slim is not enough to be healthy.

People need to pay attention to their lifestyle, including eating slowly, getting enough sleep, managing stress, and exercising regularly.

Studies show that more than seven out of ten Indian adults have some kind of metabolic issue, even if they look slim.

It's important to understand that just because someone looks fit on the outside doesn't mean they are healthy on the inside.