Obesity rates in Pakistan have tripled in the last 20 years
Obesity rates in Pakistan have tripled over the last two decades, with nearly 60% of adults now classified as overweight. The article explains the health risks associated with high BMI and notes that regional health standards often differ from global metrics.
Why it matters
Rising obesity in developing nations signals a global shift in health challenges, necessitating localized public health strategies to combat chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular issues.
Download In the 20th century, obesity was a health problem that mostly affected today’s rich countries. In the 21st century, it has emerged as a health challenge almost everywhere. Many low- and middle-income countries have seen rapid increases in the share of people defined as overweight or obese.
The article relies on data-driven reporting from international organizations without political or ideological framing.
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