For generations, South Asians survived cycles of famine, drought, and food scarcity

Añadido: 2026-06-06

[00:00:00]Heart disease is already the leading cause of death in South Asians, and most people are being screened too late.

[00:00:05]South Asians tend to develop insulin resistance, visceral fat, and abnormal cholesterol at much lower BMIs. That means you can have a normal A1C and a cholesterol panel that looks fine and still carry significant cardiovascular risk. This is why BMI alone is misleading in this population. What actually matters is fasting insulin, triglycerides, HDL, waist circumference, blood pressure, sleep quality, and muscle mass. True prevention has to start earlier, not after the first heart event. If you're a South Asian, save this and share it with your family, and follow for more content.