India, Nov. 7 -- Carbohydrates themselves are not inherently harmful, frying them can make them toxic, leading to fat accumulation in the liver

The consumption of fried carbohydrates poses the most serious diabetes risk for Indians, according to Peter Schwarz, President of the International Diabetes Federation(IDF). Speaking at the 53rd National Conference of the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI), Dr Schwarz warned that while carbohydrates themselves are not inherently harmful, frying them can make them toxic, leading to fat accumulation in the liver-even among lean individuals.

"Indians are particularly vulnerable due to a combination of low protein intake, frequent consumption of fried carbohydrates, and wors...