Dr. Pankaj Khatana of Marengo Asia Hospitals warns that individuals with a normal BMI can still suffer from insulin resistance, fatty liver, or high blood pressure.
Metabolic health is significantly influenced by the distribution of visceral fat around abdominal organs rather than total body weight, according to medical experts.
Health professionals recommend monitoring waist circumference, fasting glucose, and lipid profiles alongside regular exercise and balanced nutrition to accurately assess metabolic status.