Why women are most at risk in Africa's obesity crisis
Why are women affected more than men? Africa is grappling with rising obesity rates linked to the "proliferation of unhealthy ...
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Obesity is on the rise in Africa. Here’s what UNICEF is doing about it
Obesity in Africa is rising rapidly, driven by ultra-processed foods and industry influence over public health policies. On World Obesity Day, we examine what’s being done — and the challenges that ...
Obesity in South Africa: A nation at risk
Reflecting on World Obesity Day‘’ From misallocated health funds to the normalization of 'family diabetes,' South ...
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Africa Faces Rising Obesity Crisis Among Women
A new study by the World Obesity Federation warns that nearly half of African women will be overweight or obese by 2030, a ...
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Study suggests marriage increases obesity risk, especially in men
A new study shows marriage significantly increases obesity risk in men, tripling the likelihood of obesity compared to ...
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Interaction of Sleep Quality and Psychosocial Stress on Obesity in African Americans: The Cardiovascular Health Epidemiology Study (CHES)
Background: Compared with whites, sleep disturbance and sleep deprivation appear more prevalent in African Americans (AA). Long-term sleep deprivation may increase the risk of obesity through ...