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Study: 3.8 Billion Adults Could Face Obesity by 2050

3/4/2025

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A startling new study reveals that by 2050, more than half of adults and a third of children worldwide could be grappling with obesity, impacting 3.8 billion adults. This alarming trend calls for immediate action, especially in low-income countries, where obesity rates are projected to soar, threatening the health of future generations.

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A startling new study reveals that by 2050, more than half of adults and a third of children worldwide could be grappling with obesity, impacting 3.8 billion adults. This alarming trend calls for immediate action, especially in low-income countries, where obesity rates are projected to soar, threatening the health of future generations.