Relation between obesity prevalence and the human development index and its components: an updated study on the Asian population

ConclusionAccording to the results, the prevalence of obesity among males and females in the Asian continent is higher in countries with a high HDI, indicating the presence of obesity-related factors in these countries. Therefore, attention to lifestyle and physical activity as risk factors for obesity can be effective in reducing the prevalence of obesity in these countries.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s10389-020-01230-1

Source: Journal of Public Health - February 17, 2020 Category: Health Management Source Type: research