A Bengaluru-based dermatologist, Dr. Priyanka Reddy, has identified visceral fat, also known as centripetal or abdominal fat, as a key indicator of future health risks, surpassing BMI or body fat percentage. This fat, accumulating around organs, is linked to insulin resistance, poor sleep, and stress. Dr. Reddy explains that while it gradually increases, it can be managed through lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, and offers methods for tracking and reducing it.