This may come as a bit of a shocker, but it's true: being thin is usually associated with a healthy individual when in reality looks can be deceiving. Recently, an analysis was done where thin individuals were discovered to have a gene variant linking to a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. We all store our fat differently, due to genes. With this genetic variant, instead of having fat deposited underneath the skin, it is stored closer to the core of the body between the organs and in muscles. This highly impacts normal body function resulting in possible elevated levels of blood cholesterol and trouble responding to insulin (an early indicator of diabetes). Thin individuals should not rule out the possibility of having any health issues just because of their size.
It is also common for seemingly lean individuals, without the genetic variant, to have underlying problems. Thinking, "Oh I don't have to workout, I can just sit around being lazy while munching out because I was blessed with a fast metabolism" is not the right way to go. Living this lifestyle can result in high cholesterol, plaque buildup in arteries, and an increased risk of heart disease, just to name a few. Take this as an eye opener, EVERYONE should focus on the importance of practicing a truly healthy lifestyle.
Being Thin Isn't The Same As Being Healthy Dr. Garcia
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