Understanding TOFI and Heart Risk with Dr. Pavan Patel – Cardiologist – Shraddha Multispeciality Hospital Surat
Surat (Gujarat) [India], February 21: Many people appear slim, healthy, and fit. Their body weight and BMI are also within the normal range. However, inside the body—especially around the abdominal organs—there may be an excessive accumulation of visceral fat. This condition is scientifically known as TOFI – Thin Outside, Fat Inside.
This fat is not visible externally, but metabolically it can be highly dangerous.
What is TOFI?
1. Normal body weight and BMI
2. Slim appearance from the outside
3. Excess fat around internal abdominal organs
4. Higher risk of metabolic diseases
Key Understanding: The belief that “normal weight means healthy” is proven wrong in TOFI.
Why is Visceral Fat Dangerous?
-Visceral fat accumulates directly around vital organs such as the liver, pancreas, heart, and in...