Normal weight, high risk: Why doctors say belly fat, not BMI, decides your heart and diabetes risk
Health professionals are shifting their focus, declaring that a typical Body Mass Index (BMI) isn't a foolproof indicator of wellness, particularly for the Indian population. The focus has now turned to visceral fat, which accumulates around the abdomen and is linked to a heightened risk of heart problems and diabetes. This insidious fat can hinder the body’s organ function.
Health professionals are shifting their focus, declaring that a typical Body Mass Index (BMI) isn't a foolproof indicator of wellness, particularly for the Indian population. The focus has now turned to visceral fat, which accumulates around the abdomen and is linked to a heightened risk of heart problems and diabetes. This insidious fat can hinder the body’s organ function.
