Global Obesity Epidemic: Statistics, Regional Trends, and Health Impact
WHO data: obesity nearly tripled since 1975. In 2016, >1.9 billion adults overweight; >650 million obese.
Regional Overweight/Obesity Prevalence (Adults)
- Americas: >60%
- Europe: >50%
- Western Pacific: >40%
- South-East Asia: >30%
Health Consequences
Major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, many cancers, and premature death.
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