BODY FAT AND HAND GRIP STRENGTH AMONG PATIENTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS

Abstract Background: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic disease that is increasingly affecting people in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India has over 70 million people living with type 2 Diabetes, making it one of the countries most affected by this disease. However, there is a scarcity of research on how body composition and muscle strength are interconnected in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Objective: We investigated the association between body fat, hand grip strength and metabolic health in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients. Methods: A systematic review was conducted using databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar and Research Gate, encompassing studies from 2000 to 2024. The inclusion criteria covered studies that assessed Hand grip strength (HGS) and body fat in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients and their metabolic implications. Results: The review indicates a significant inverse relationship between body fat, particularly Visceral fat and Hand grip strength, affecting both muscle strength and metabolic health. Higher body fat percentages are linked to lower HGS and poorer Glycemic control. Conclusion: The findings highlight the importance of reducing body fat and improving muscle strength for better management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.