Frequency of Hyperinsulinemia and Its Relationship with Adiposity and Body Composition in Adolescents and Young Adults Aged 16-25 in Mumbai - Takeaways - MDSpire

Frequency of Hyperinsulinemia and Its Relationship with Adiposity and Body Composition in Adolescents and Young Adults Aged 16-25 in Mumbai

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  • Panchali Moitra

  • Jagmeet Madan

  • Soumik Kalita

  • Sharvari Desai

  • Shobha A. Udipi

  • Rama Vaidya

  • March 13, 2026

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    The study investigates hyperinsulinemia prevalence and its relationship with adiposity in adolescents and young adults aged 16-25 in Mumbai.

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    Hyperinsulinemia and insulin resistance are precursors to Type 2 Diabetes, often overlooked in younger populations.

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    Obesity and hyperinsulinemia are interconnected, with both conditions contributing to metabolic abnormalities and increased diabetes risk.

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    Normal-weight individuals can also experience hyperinsulinemia, particularly due to central adiposity not reflected in BMI.

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    The study emphasizes the need for comprehensive body composition assessments to identify at-risk youth for metabolic disorders.

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