Why two people with same BMI can have different risks of diabetes, heart disease and fatty liver

Two people with the same BMI can have different risks of diabetes, heart disease and fatty liver. Here's why body fat distribution and muscle mass matter.
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- Wednesday, 14 October 2026, 6:00 am IST
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