Global Report: Over a Billion People Battling Obesity

A groundbreaking global report has revealed a startling fact: more than a billion people across the world are living with obesity. This comprehensive analysis, spanning over three decades and involving millions of participants, paints a concerning picture of the world’s health.

The Shocking Numbers

The report, a collaboration between the NCD Risk Factor Collaboration (NCD-RisC) and the World Health Organization (WHO), analyzed data from 3,663 scientific surveys conducted between 1990 and 2022. It involved adults, children, and adolescents in 200 countries and territories.

Key Findings

• Rising Rates in Youth: Obesity rates in children and teenagers have shot up fourfold in 30 years.
• Doubling in Adults: Adult obesity numbers have more than doubled.
• Current Status: In 2021, 43% of adults were overweight.

The Scale of the Study

• Participants: The study included 222 million people.
• Global Reach: It covered 200 countries and territories.
• Research Team: Over 1,500 researchers contributed to this analysis.

The Stark Reality

• Children and Adolescents: 159 million are living with obesity.
• Adults: 879 million adults are affected.
• Global Impact: One in eight people on the planet is living with obesity.

Underweight Trends

• Decrease in Underweight Youth: The proportion of underweight children and adolescents fell significantly.
• Adults: There was a more than half reduction in underweight adults.

Obesity: A Global Malnutrition Crisis

Obesity and underweight are both forms of malnutrition, posing serious health risks. This report underscores the urgent need for action against these issues.

Detailed Statistics

• Quadruple Increase in Youth: Obesity rates in girls rose from 1.7% to 6.9%, and in boys from 2.1% to 9.3%.
• Children and Adolescents in 2022: 159 million affected (65 million girls, 94 million boys).
• Brazil’s Ranking: 54th in obesity among children and adolescents.
• Adult Obesity: More than doubled in women and almost tripled in men since 1990.
• Adults in 2022: 879 million living with obesity.

Brazil’s Specific Data

• Obesity in Women: Increased from 11.9% in 1990 to 32.6% in 2022.
• Obesity in Men: Rose from 5.8% in 1990 to 25% in 2021.

Experts’ Take

Professor Majid Ezzati, the senior author of the study, expressed deep concern over the mirroring of the adult obesity epidemic in school-age children and adolescents. He emphasized the need for improved availability and accessibility of healthy foods.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the director-general of the WHO, called for a collaborative effort from governments, industries, and communities to combat obesity. He stressed the importance of diet, physical activity, and appropriate care from early life through adulthood.

Conclusion

This report is a wake-up call to the world. The rising tide of obesity, affecting over a billion people, demands immediate and concerted action. It’s not just about individual choices but about creating environments that support healthy living for all.

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