India, Dec. 15 -- South Asians are known to develop health issues earlier in life, often without obvious symptoms. From heart disease to metabolic disorders, the risks are real and frequently misunderstood. Understanding these patterns is key to prevention.

Dr Mubin Syed, board-certified vascular and interventional radiologist and neuroradiologist with more than 25 years of practice experience, shared in his December 7 Instagram post 6 essential health insights the South Asian community should not ignore. (Also read: Kailash Hospital cardiologist shares top diet red flags for heart health: 'Eating too much pickle, papads...' )

"White rice isn't culture, it's chemistry. Your ancestors burned it off in fields. You're eating refined starch...