High-Carb, Low-Protein Diet Fueling Diabetes And Obesity In IndiaNEW DELHI- The dramatic rise in diabetes and obesity among Indians is being driven by rapidly changing eating habits marked by a high intake of carbohydrates and saturated fat, alongside low protein levels, according to the latest evidence from the ICMR-India Diabetes study. Much of this comes from low-quality sources like white rice, milled whole grains, and added sugar, all associated with increased metabolic risk, including diabetes, prediabetes, and obesity. White rice dominates diets in South, East, and Northeast India, while wheat is more common in the North and Central regions. Overall, protein intake in India is suboptimal, averaging just 12 per cent of daily calories. Intakes of dairy and animal protein remain low nationwide (2 per cent and 1 per cent of energy, respectively).