Understanding the Link: Obesity and Diabetes Management

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More Than Just Weight: The Role of Body Composition in Obesity and diabetes, particularly excess visceral fat around the abdomen, is a primary driver of insulin resistance—the root cause of Type 2 diabetes. In Indian populations, this is especially critical due to a phenomenon known as the “thin fat Indian,” where an individual may have a normal BMI but a high body fat percentage, significantly increasing their health risks. We focus on analyzing your body composition, not just the number on a scale, to create an effective management plan.

Why Body Composition Matters A higher body fat percentage, even with a normal weight, increases your risk of:

Our Advanced Approach with InBody 380 To get a precise picture of your health, we use the InBody 380 body composition analyzer. This advanced tool goes beyond BMI to measure key parameters:

Parameter What It Tells Us
Body Fat Percentage (PBF) The proportion of fat versus lean mass in your body.
Visceral Fat Level The amount of dangerous fat surrounding your internal organs.
Skeletal Muscle Mass (SMM) The amount of muscle, which is crucial for metabolism.
Water Balance (ECW/TBW) The ratio of extracellular to total body water, an indicator of inflammation or swelling.

Using these insights, we can tailor a plan that helps you lose fat, build muscle, and improve your metabolic health, leading to better sugar control, a reduced need for medication, and a lower risk of complications.