Obesity isn’t always visible: The risk of ‘normal weight’ but high fat

A hidden health crisis, 'normal weight obesity,' is affecting many. Individuals with a healthy BMI can still harbor dangerous internal fat, increasing risks for diabetes and heart disease. Experts emphasize that appearance is deceiving, urging a focus on body composition, waist size, and an active lifestyle over just weight to truly assess health.

Obesity isn’t always visible: The risk of ‘normal weight’ but high fat
A hidden health crisis, 'normal weight obesity,' is affecting many. Individuals with a healthy BMI can still harbor dangerous internal fat, increasing risks for diabetes and heart disease. Experts emphasize that appearance is deceiving, urging a focus on body composition, waist size, and an active lifestyle over just weight to truly assess health.