India, Nov. 24 -- Industrial starch, a common ingredient in many packaged foods, is being called out as a major health risk. Dr Pooja Reddy, a dermatologist from Hyderabad, warned that it's worse for you than refined flour, and can lead to inflammation, belly fat, and increased risk of type 2 diabetes. Also read | Weight loss coach shares 5 carbs for easy fat loss, saying, 'Carbs are not the enemy.'

She took to Instagram on November 7 to highlight the dangers of industrial starch. In the post titled 'No. 1 most dangerous carb in the world', Dr Reddy identified industrial starch as the most hazardous carbohydrate globally, asserting it is worse for health than sugar, refined flour, or white rice.

She explained in the video she shared tha...