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  • Mar 01, 2024
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INDIA’S YOUNG SITTING ON RISING OBESITY CURVE, SHOWS LANCET STUDY

Why in the news?

  • Findings from a Lancet study highlighting the growing obesity epidemic in India, particularly among the youth and adults.
  • It addresses the significant increase in overweight children and teenagers since 1990, as well as the rising prevalence of obesity among adults, particularly women.
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Highlighting the Rising Obesity Curve:

  • Lancet study highlights India’s looming obesity epidemic, particularly among the youth.
  • In 2022, 12.5 million children aged 5 to 19 were grossly overweight, a drastic increase from 0.4 million in 1990.
  • Obesity prevalence among children and teens surged by over three percentage points since 1990.
  • Obesity is also a growing concern among adults, especially women, with a 9.8% prevalence rate.
What is Obesity?

●   Obesity: Accumulation of excessive unhealthy fat,Body Mass index (BMI) over 30.

●   Health risks: Type 2 Diabetes, Cardiovascular diseases, Bone/joint disorders.

●   Complications: Infertility, Pregnancy issues, Serious medical conditions.