India, May 26 -- Many Indians today may look lean on the outside, but still carry hidden fat inside the body. This condition is commonly referred to as 'skinny fat'. It means that even if a person has a normal weight or body mass index (BMI), they may still have excess fat around their internal organs and relatively low muscle mass. As a result, a person may appear thin, but may not actually be healthy from within. (Also read: This one simple habit can add years to your life, but 80% of adults overlook it, says cardiologist )

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Rohini Patil, author, nutritionist, and founder of Nutracy Lifestyle, explains the growing concern around this condition.

"The problem with being skinny fat is that people may ...