Watch this video to learn about the potential reasons why many Indian men tend to have a protruding potbelly and how it can be linked to their diet and gut health.
0:00 Intro: Why do many Indian men develop a potbelly, and how can it be addressed?
0:33 Potential factors contributing to abdominal fat
0:54 Differences between omnivorous and herbivorous diets
2:56 History of the Indian diet
4:54 Strategies for minimizing belly fat
The protruding potbelly is a common sight among many Indian men, and it can be attributed to a combination of factors such as genetics, lifestyle habits, and diet. While the tendency to store abdominal fat may have some genetic component, the high prevalence of this condition among Indian men suggests that there may be other contributing factors at play.
One potential factor is the traditional Indian diet, which has evolved over time. Historically, Indians consumed a predominantly plant-based diet with small amounts of meat, mostly goat or sheep. However, as modern diets have become more Westernized, there has been a significant increase in the consumption of ultra-processed foods high in sugar, seed oils, and refined starches.
These highly processed foods can cause inflammation in the gut and weaken the stomach lining, making it easier for harmful bacteria such as H. pylori to thrive. H. pylori is a type of bacteria that can cause gastritis and ulcers by weakening the stomach's protective mucus lining. To survive in the stomach's acidic environment, it produces ammonia that neutralizes stomach acid. This can lead to further digestive issues and an increased risk of developing diseases.
To address these problems, refined carbs should be eliminated from the diet, and protein intake should be increased, particularly from animal sources. Doing intermittent fasting and avoiding foods that cause bloating may be beneficial. Introducing betaine hydrochloride as a supplement can also help improve stomach acid levels and kill off pathogens in the gut.
In addition, understanding the digestive system and its functions can provide valuable insights on how to take care of it and address specific issues. Ultimately, by making mindful food choices and adopting nutritious eating habits, Indian men can work towards minimizing belly fat and improving their overall gut health.
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83 responses to “Why Do Most Indian Men Have a Protruding Potbelly?”
India has been summoned. As an indian. I approve this message
Glad to hear it. My indian family concur
Too much meat products like milk.
It’s not only digestive problem it’s also diet, stress, lack of SX, pollution, most importantly Shting in the street & river banks.
@@godsbloodyhammer7090 And genes. Storing belly fat is in the genes.
Let the currycel begin
80% of the men I see in OHIO, USA have protruding bellies. Not just a problem in India😢😢
Ohioans problem is beer. 😂
Same in MO !
The topic is Indian men tho🙄. Sheesh!
😂😂😂
He did not say it´s problem only in India. He is answering a question. I guess the question is from an Indian person. He has talked about the obesity problems in America. He has even adressed why African American have a higher risk of diabeties and high blood pressure. Those who want help, want to learn and make a change appriciate these videos. You are not special so get out of your feelings and let people who want to lean more about their health do🤨
I didn’t even know I was Indian.
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My dad has he’s British and there are Africans who aim to have potbelly who have this to its not just an Indian thing .
The spicy brown gets around
My brother dna he got 5% Cherokee and I got 0.1% Cherokee from our Irish, Oklahoma grandmother. Robert de Brus and King O’Neil ancestry. Oh, I got 0.1% akananazi jew! My mother’s side. Fun! We love candy!
Thanks for addressing INDIA , Respected Dr Berg ! We all love you in INDIA ❤❤
As long someone mention that astonishingly weird country, no matter good or bad, these indians will get excited.
So p*thetic tbh
😂😂😂😂
Crazy timing, I just googled “why are Indians skinny fat” on Monday!
As an Indian, this is something so common in our culture.
😂😂😂😂😂
I was watching one of those street food videos last night. I believe it was Indian. They were making banana milkshakes, and I noticed their bellies, too. This is great timing for me also 😂
Too much carbs which converts to fat and leak in the guy
Yeah I can relate to that, Dr Berg can really read minds.
As a man of Indian background, I’d say the most common reason is down to the type of foods we eat, and how they eventually lead to serious health problems. I’m doing what I can to cut away from that.
Carbohydrates?
But Indian food is god damn delicious… 😂
If a pot belly is the price to pay, then so be it
@@scroopynooperz9051Sure you will be saying that when you get a form of cancer or diabetes.
Ive known many in my family who have eaten themselves into an early grave and left their loved ones in pain.
@@scroopynooperz9051diabetes is the price.
That’s true
Unless he’s an Indian man doing manual or agricultural work in India…as millions routinely do!
I am Indian too(Andhra) and live in Canada now but I was raised with mostly vegetables but also occasional meat, like chicken and lamb 2 or three times a week but we just ate huge amounts of rice and occasional chapathis. I ate Indian sweets occasionally and was overweight all my growing up years. I barely was active.
But my diet completely changed when I moved to North America at 21. I eat lesser rice(which I have completely give up now and I am 43 now). I eat Keto with more meat(mostly ground beef and eggs). I also workout everyday now and also intermittent fast.
I had a bit of a belly but it’s been shrinking. My belly size is about 37 inches now. I’ve lost 30 pounds since December and am 5’8″ and 160 lbs as of now.
Excellent, keep going from a fellow Canadian!
Congrats! Plz research ground beef. I know it’s not good for the colon. Maybe lean ground beef is different? and a PSA: New research says the best diet is mostly plant based, low carbs (not keto), beef and chicken mostly once a week, fish twice a week (if fresh is not available, eat sardines not tuna)
Can Indian Hindus eat beef???
Fantastic results, you are clearly on the right track! Thanks for sharing, it’s inspiring to hear of results like this! 👍
@@Citizen052 it depends but I am not Hindu. Hindus, mostly from the south do tend to eat it, not like in the North, where they would probably lynch you for eating it.😁
The main reason for indian belly is the overuse of antibiotics, which gradually leads to gutt issues. Antibiotics are prescribed by doctors since infanthood and even for viral issues, as people need immediate results or people opt for another doctor. Only last year Indian health department advised doctors to reduce antibiotics. Sadly, even now Indians can buy antibiotics over the counter without a doctor’s prescription, and there is no pharmacist who knows their job. Indian bakeries also have a big role in this spoiling health
i second that, antibiotics is one drug that is used abusively in India. Every prescription has an antibiotic prescribed.
The bakery?
@lasercat538 .. I mean indian bakeries use toxic colours and repeated use of seed oils to make sweets and snacks.
The breads?@@lasercat538
That’s not true at all. My father avoided taking all kinds of meds, but still has a belly.
My husband is Indian and YESSS FOR REAL…. he says he’s always had it… I tell him to lay off the white rice.
He would eat white rice three times a day, like 2.5 – 3 cups each (a rounded over plate) with 1/4 cup curry which contains a few chunks of meat and a few chunks of vegetable. It’s mainly all fluid.
So Indians eat sprouted seeds & nuts ?
95% of the nutrients in rice is in the outer layer..eating white rice is just empty calories
Do you know about “resistant starch”, when Rice is refrigerated cold for 12 hours or frozen “after cooking the Rice”, then reheated the next day in the microwave or pot, the cold storage develops a “resistant starch” that will prevent the Rice from turning to body fat. I am not joking as this is a very serious thing. There is a study from Sri Lanka on YouTube about how to prepare Rice for “resistant starch”. There’s two steps to this, the first step is it is cooked with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil for every 1 cup of uncooked Rice.
@@royjohnson465interesting .
Can you share any link to know more about resistant starch?
@@royjohnson465 Has nothing to do with coconut oil, which I do like, but I’ve heard some pundits say that the whole “resistant starch” thing is way exaggerated, and the benefits of refrigerating the starch are there, but are minimal, and don’t make a huge difference. Hard to know what to believe, since you can hear opinions from different sides, all showing evidence and research studies, but all having different conclusions. Another problem with this is that since the person refrigerated the rice or pasta, they then think they can eat even more of it, so they still get fat.
I am an Indian and 90% men in my area who are above 30 yrs age have a potbelly. It is because of lack of exercise, eating too many carbs, processed foods and sweets (Indian mithayi which are mostly fried and have sugar). Also they eat excess calories.
I too got a potbelly after pregnancy but I reduced it by reducing my calories, jogging everyday and eating just whole foods made at home.
You’re still fat aren’t you? Be honest.
Excellent news that your exercising now. Keep it up❤
@@JAHWARRIOR144 Thank you
Listen again to what Dr Berg said.
Also I see women who into yoga are very slim and fit looking.
Working in health care for 30 years, I have always noticed this as well. Things that are observed with patients over a long period of time. Inflammatory diet is cause of so many health issues. Thank you for putting it out there so we can learn.
Excess carbs in the form of roti, rice, dairy, sweet dishes,refined oils with most of the dishes containing potatoes and lack of exercise are the main culprit alongwith frequent eating ,stressful and depressing life is the main culprit here in india.!
Most Indians have a massive sweet tooth. Combined that with replacing healthy ghee with seed oils contributes to huge health problems in India.
oh wow i feel attacked
Most Indians have a huge sweet tooth.
Free thyself from these starchy and often toxic carbs, deadly oils‼️ and sugars‼️
U forgot cold drinks, no hard work or exercise
I had a young friend from India I invited to the gym with me. He had a portruding belly. He told me such a belly was a sign of wealth and prosperity in his country.
Certainly not among those below 60. That is the last four generations.
That’s older generation mentality. Young people are taking up exercise.
@@kaiser1295BS. The youngsters and those cretin students are lazier than ever!
I would think it is a sign of a fool😂 (when I hear someone say it is a sign of wealth etc.)🫣
Nowadays even the poor have potbelly because they get free rice and wheat from the govt.
Being an Indian and Specifically Bengali woman, I have always noticed women of Mothers generation goes through knee problems a lot. I have asked many people why it is happening never received a fruitful answer. Hence I’m commenting here, hope Dr.Berg will notice this comment and I may get an answer so I can pre-take care.
Vegan / vegetarian diet lacks a lot of nutrients needed for bone health and other things…
@@justine3769 I’m neither vegan nor vegetarian. Rather Bengali community is carnivorous but the twist is they are physically weaker than vegetarian community of India. I guess lack of milk products could be one issue, but there might be more things that I do not have idea.
Dr. Berg has already addressed this issue few times. According to him knee problem among women/men happens because of lack of Vitamin K2 and calcification of arteries . He recommended eating foods with high amounts of Vitamin K2 like nattos, goose liver , Muenster cheese etc . and do some physical exercises. Never use calcium supplements as they don’t increase calcium in the bones but in the arteries . So Dr. Berg suggested have some sun light to get vitamin D3 , take this supplement if don’t have opportunities to get sunlight directly and taking enough foods with Vitamin K2 is a must .
I’m also a Bengali from Bangladesh
whole grain rice has lots of magnesium which is crucial to bone health…white rice has the outer layer removed which is where 95% of the nutrients are found
@justine3769 – true- and if a person is obese that also leads to joint problems.
I am from India. I am 50 now but no belly. I have been watching your videos since two years now. I have never got better logical advice. Thank you for your effort. By the way we do not eat Sheep (very rare maybe in the hilly areas up north). We eat goat or chicken eggs and fish. Beef is a NO NO. Vegetarians do not even eat eggs.
Don’t say we because many Indians do eat beef.
The main issue is in Indian diet. They consume a diet high in carbohydrates.
This is literally it. Humans are Hyper Carnivores. 70-80% of our food is going to be animal products to be optimal. Fiber isn’t needed, once you try Carnivore you realize you feel like you are eating what you are suppose to. I actually don’t need to eat for pleasure anymore because my energy levels are perfectly stabilized. I add some extended fasts in there wit organic Bone Broth and its fucking fantastic.
I am an Indian sir.Thanks for taking care of India. Sir I have been following you since 2021.
The main reason is the carbohydrates Indians eat which are roti and rice. The majority of families eat between 9to10 pm and then go to sleep. Very few people know about nutrition and the majority are not into any fitness regime.
15 years as an omnivore and I was very unhealthy. I could not digest meat or milk properly. I was underweight. I became vegetarian and it saved my life. I gained weight and it solved my digestive problems. 22 years without meat and it’s been the best decision ever. Everyone is different. What works for me may not work for you. I believe a lot of people have food intolerances and as Dr. Berg says avoid foods that causes bloating. For me that includes gluten too.
Great