Why understanding psychometabolic links may be crucial to combating India’s diabetes and mental health epidemic
India's diabetes epidemic has surged by 200% since the 1990s, now affecting over 101 million adults, with 136 million more in prediabetes. This crisis, once viewed as limited to affluent populations, now spans all demographics, driven by dietary changes and environmental factors. Understanding the psychometabolic links is crucial to addressing this public health challenge, as India surpasses both China and the U.S. in diabetes prevalence.