Central Obesity Crisis: India's Hidden Health Risk

Central Obesity: The Silent Health Threat | Health

Devdiscourse2026.03.29Updated 7d ago

Union Minister Jitendra Singh has highlighted the growing threat of central obesity which he says is a more significant risk factor than overall obesity especially in India Central obesity characterized by visceral fat around the abdomen poses independent cardiometabolic risks even among those who appear lean

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Union Minister Jitendra Singh warns that central obesity poses greater cardiometabolic risks than overall obesity, particularly in India. Characterized by visceral fat around the abdomen, this condition threatens even individuals with normal BMI. The minister emphasizes urgent need for awareness and intervention strategies.

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