Malaysia has the highest rate of obesity in the Asia Pacific region. As well, 15% of the 20 million or so adult population have diabetes. Dr Ismail says Malaysians are advised to follow broad-based hich-carb, low-fat guidelines. Despite this, diabesity rates have increased. As the evidence shows the dietary guidelines provide misinformation, Dr Ismail and her team are committed to providing dietary advice that is low in carbohydrates with adequate healthy fats and moderate protein. They will be starting dedicated clinics in August/September 2016.