Introduction
Obesity is a global health concern affecting millions of people worldwide, with some countries experiencing higher obesity rates than others. According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), the most obese countries are primarily located in the Pacific and the Middle East. The Pacific island nations of Nauru, Cook Islands, and Palau have the highest rates of obesity, with over 30% of their populations being classified as obese. In the Middle East, countries such as Kuwait, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia also have high obesity rates, with over 25% of their populations being obese.
The high obesity rates in these countries can be attributed to a combination of factors, including changes in diet and lifestyle, as well as socioeconomic and cultural factors. The availability of cheap, processed foods and the adoption of sedentary lifestyles have contributed to the rise in obesity rates globally. In addition, cultural beliefs and practices around food and physical activity may also play a role in contributing to obesity rates in some countries.
Globally, the prevalence of obesity has more than doubled since 1980, with an estimated 1.9 billion adults being classified as overweight, and over 650 million of them being classified as obese. The global obesity prevalence average is around 13%, while the global median body mass index (BMI) is 24.1. The high rates of obesity can have significant health consequences, including an increased risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
There are also differences in obesity rates between men and women globally, with women having higher rates of obesity than men. In 2016, the global prevalence of obesity in women was 15%, while for men it was 11%. These differences can be influenced by a variety of factors, including cultural norms around body size and gender roles, as well as differences in diet and physical activity levels.
Obesity is not just a problem for adults, as children and adolescents are also at risk. In 2016, an estimated 41 million children under the age of five were classified as overweight or obese. Childhood obesity can have both immediate and long-term health consequences, including an increased risk of developing chronic diseases later in life.
# | Country | Prevalence of Obesity | Prevalence of Obesity-Male | Prevalence of Obesity-Female | Prevalence of Obesity-Children |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Nauru | 61% | 58.7% | 63.3% | 64.9% |
2 | Palau | 55.3% | 51.8% | 58.8% | 63.5% |
3 | Marshall Islands | 52.9% | 48.4% | 57.3% | 59.2% |
4 | Tuvalu | 51.6% | 47% | 56.2% | 58.3% |
5 | Tonga | 48.2% | 41.4% | 54.5% | 58% |
6 | Samoa | 47.3% | 39.9% | 55% | 52.6% |
7 | Kiribati | 46% | 41.6% | 50.4% | 55.2% |
8 | Federated States of Micronesia | 45.8% | 40.1% | 51.5% | 51.3% |
9 | Kuwait | 37.9% | 33.3% | 45.6% | 42.4% |
10 | United States of America | 36.2% | 35.5% | 37% | 41.8% |
11 | Jordan | 35.5% | 28.2% | 43.1% | 31% |
12 | Saudi Arabia | 35.4% | 30.8% | 42.3% | 35.6% |
13 | Qatar | 35.1% | 32.5% | 43.1% | 38.7% |
14 | Libya | 32.5% | 25% | 39.6% | 32.7% |
15 | Turkey | 32.1% | 24.4% | 39.2% | 29.5% |
16 | Egypt | 32% | 22.7% | 41.1% | 36.7% |
17 | Lebanon | 32% | 27.4% | 37% | 32.9% |
18 | United Arab Emirates | 31.7% | 27.5% | 41% | 35.8% |
19 | The Bahamas | 31.6% | 24.4% | 38.1% | 35.8% |
20 | New Zealand | 30.8% | 30.1% | 31.4% | 39.5% |
21 | Iraq | 30.4% | 23.4% | 37% | 32% |
22 | Fiji | 30.2% | 25.1% | 35.3% | 34.4% |
23 | Bahrain | 29.8% | 25.5% | 36.8% | 35.3% |
24 | Canada | 29.4% | 29.5% | 29.3% | 32.1% |
25 | Australia | 29% | 29.6% | 28.4% | 34.1% |
26 | Malta | 28.9% | 29.2% | 28.5% | 36.7% |
27 | Mexico | 28.9% | 24.3% | 32.8% | 35.4% |
28 | Argentina | 28.3% | 27.3% | 29% | 36.5% |
29 | South Africa | 28.3% | 15.4% | 39.6% | 24.7% |
30 | Chile | 28% | 24.9% | 31% | 35.4% |
31 | Dominica | 27.9% | 19.9% | 35.6% | 32.6% |
32 | Uruguay | 27.9% | 24.9% | 30.6% | 33.4% |
33 | Syria | 27.8% | 20.9% | 34.8% | 28.3% |
34 | United Kingdom | 27.8% | 26.9% | 28.6% | 31.1% |
35 | Dominican Republic | 27.6% | 21% | 34.1% | 32.8% |
36 | Algeria | 27.4% | 19.9% | 34.9% | 31% |
37 | Oman | 27% | 22.9% | 33.7% | 32.3% |
38 | Tunisia | 26.9% | 19.1% | 34.3% | 25% |
39 | Hungary | 26.4% | 28.2% | 24.6% | 28.4% |
40 | Suriname | 26.4% | 18.9% | 33.7% | 31.1% |
41 | Lithuania | 26.3% | 24.2% | 27.8% | 20.5% |
42 | Israel | 26.1% | 25.9% | 26.2% | 35% |
43 | Morocco | 26.1% | 19.4% | 32.2% | 27% |
44 | Iran | 25.8% | 19.3% | 32.2% | 25.6% |
45 | Costa Rica | 25.7% | 21.1% | 30.4% | 31.5% |
46 | Andorra | 25.6% | 25.9% | 25.3% | 35.8% |
47 | Venezuela | 25.6% | 22.4% | 28.6% | 34.1% |
48 | Ireland | 25.3% | 25.1% | 25.5% | 31% |
49 | Vanuatu | 25.2% | 20.2% | 30.1% | 30.6% |
50 | Bulgaria | 25% | 25.5% | 24.3% | 28.5% |
51 | Greece | 24.9% | 24.2% | 25.4% | 37.3% |
52 | Jamaica | 24.7% | 15.3% | 33.4% | 29.8% |
53 | Cuba | 24.6% | 18.9% | 30.3% | 30% |
54 | El Salvador | 24.6% | 18.9% | 28.9% | 30.4% |
55 | Belarus | 24.5% | 22.1% | 26.3% | 22.7% |
56 | Croatia | 24.4% | 24.1% | 24.5% | 27.7% |
57 | Belize | 24.1% | 16.5% | 31.5% | 28.5% |
58 | Ukraine | 24.1% | 22% | 25.7% | 21.4% |
59 | Spain | 23.8% | 24.6% | 22.8% | 34.1% |
60 | Nicaragua | 23.7% | 17.9% | 29% | 29.3% |
61 | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 23.7% | 16.6% | 31% | 28.9% |
62 | Latvia | 23.6% | 21.6% | 25.1% | 21.5% |
63 | Montenegro | 23.3% | 23.3% | 23.1% | 24.9% |
64 | Barbados | 23.1% | 14.7% | 31.3% | 27.6% |
65 | Norway | 23.1% | 23.6% | 22.5% | 27.4% |
66 | Poland | 23.1% | 23.7% | 22.2% | 25.7% |
67 | Russia | 23.1% | 18.1% | 26.9% | 21.3% |
68 | Saint Kitts and Nevis | 22.9% | 15.3% | 30.1% | 27.9% |
69 | Haiti | 22.7% | 17.9% | 26.9% | 27.6% |
70 | Panama | 22.7% | 17.8% | 27.6% | 29.4% |
71 | Luxembourg | 22.6% | 24.5% | 20.7% | 26.1% |
72 | Romania | 22.5% | 23.4% | 21.6% | 24.5% |
73 | Solomon Islands | 22.5% | 17.9% | 27.1% | 23.1% |
74 | Republic of Macedonia | 22.4% | 22.6% | 22.1% | |
75 | Colombia | 22.3% | 17.6% | 26.6% | 24.3% |
76 | Germany | 22.3% | 24.2% | 20.4% | 26.4% |
77 | Finland | 22.2% | 23.7% | 20.6% | 26.8% |
78 | Belgium | 22.1% | 23.1% | 21% | 24% |
79 | Brazil | 22.1% | 18.5% | 25.4% | 28% |
80 | Iceland | 21.9% | 24.2% | 19.4% | 28.4% |
81 | Cyprus | 21.8% | 21.9% | 21.6% | 33.1% |
82 | Albania | 21.7% | 21.6% | 21.8% | 25% |
83 | Georgia | 21.7% | 19.2% | 23.8% | 20.1% |
84 | France | 21.6% | 22% | 21.1% | 30% |
85 | Serbia | 21.5% | 21.1% | 21.8% | 27.4% |
86 | Honduras | 21.4% | 15.6% | 26.9% | 27.3% |
87 | Grenada | 21.3% | 13.3% | 29% | 26.4% |
88 | Papua New Guinea | 21.3% | 16.6% | 25.8% | 31.7% |
89 | Estonia | 21.2% | 20.3% | 21.8% | 20.6% |
90 | Guatemala | 21.2% | 15.1% | 26.4% | 28.6% |
91 | Kazakhstan | 21% | 18.9% | 22.7% | 19.7% |
92 | Portugal | 20.8% | 20.3% | 21.2% | 32.4% |
93 | Mongolia | 20.6% | 17.5% | 23.2% | 17.8% |
94 | Sweden | 20.6% | 23.1% | 18.1% | 23.7% |
95 | Slovakia | 20.5% | 21% | 19.9% | 23.3% |
96 | Netherlands | 20.4% | 20.8% | 20% | 24.7% |
97 | Paraguay | 20.3% | 17.1% | 23.4% | 27.9% |
98 | Armenia | 20.2% | 17.1% | 23% | 19.3% |
99 | Bolivia | 20.2% | 14.5% | 25.6% | 28.1% |
100 | Guyana | 20.2% | 12.7% | 27.1% | 24.9% |
101 | Slovenia | 20.2% | 19.4% | 21% | 27.3% |
102 | Austria | 20.1% | 21.9% | 18.3% | 26.5% |
103 | Azerbaijan | 19.9% | 15.8% | 23.6% | 18.8% |
104 | Ecuador | 19.9% | 14.9% | 24.7% | 28.3% |
105 | Italy | 19.9% | 20.1% | 19.5% | 36.8% |
106 | Denmark | 19.7% | 22.3% | 17% | 25% |
107 | Peru | 19.7% | 15.2% | 24.2% | 27% |
108 | Saint Lucia | 19.7% | 12% | 27% | 23.4% |
109 | Switzerland | 19.5% | 22.2% | 16.9% | 21.8% |
110 | Antigua and Barbuda | 18.9% | 11.6% | 25.9% | 26.7% |
111 | Botswana | 18.9% | 8.1% | 29.3% | 17.5% |
112 | Moldova | 18.9% | 16.2% | 21.1% | |
113 | Trinidad and Tobago | 18.6% | 10.8% | 26% | 24.9% |
114 | Turkmenistan | 18.6% | 15.9% | 20.9% | 18% |
115 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 17.9% | 17.1% | 18.4% | 21.4% |
116 | Namibia | 17.2% | 7.5% | 25.4% | 15.3% |
117 | Yemen | 17.1% | 12% | 22% | 20% |
118 | Kyrgyzstan | 16.6% | 14% | 18.6% | 16.1% |
119 | Lesotho | 16.6% | 4.6% | 26.7% | 15.3% |
120 | Uzbekistan | 16.6% | 13.8% | 19% | 16.6% |
121 | Eswatini | 16.5% | 5.4% | 26.2% | 16.6% |
122 | Malaysia | 15.6% | 13% | 17.9% | 26.5% |
123 | Zimbabwe | 15.5% | 4.7% | 25.3% | 14.5% |
124 | Gabon | 15% | 9.6% | 20.3% | 15.6% |
125 | Tajikistan | 14.2% | 11.6% | 16.7% | 14.8% |
126 | Brunei | 14.1% | 12.5% | 15.7% | 26.8% |
127 | Seychelles | 14% | 7.6% | 20.5% | 22.6% |
128 | Djibouti | 13.5% | 8.6% | 18.3% | 17.2% |
129 | Mauritania | 12.7% | 6.6% | 18.5% | 13.2% |
130 | São Tomé and Príncipe | 12.4% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 13.2% |
131 | Cameroon | 11.4% | 6.1% | 16.4% | 12.7% |
132 | Ghana | 10.9% | 4.5% | 16.6% | 10.7% |
133 | Mauritius | 10.8% | 5.6% | 15.7% | 14.6% |
134 | Ivory Coast | 10.3% | 5.8% | 15.2% | 12.9% |
135 | The Gambia | 10.3% | 5.6% | 14.8% | 11.7% |
136 | Thailand | 10% | 7% | 12.7% | 22.1% |
137 | Liberia | 9.9% | 5.5% | 14.2% | 10.1% |
138 | Benin | 9.6% | 4.7% | 14.2% | 11.3% |
139 | Guinea-Bissau | 9.5% | 5% | 13.7% | 10.9% |
140 | Nigeria | 8.9% | 4.6% | 13.1% | 8.4% |
141 | Senegal | 8.8% | 4% | 12.9% | 9.6% |
142 | Sierra Leone | 8.7% | 3.8% | 13.3% | 10.8% |
143 | Maldives | 8.6% | 5.8% | 11.4% | 16.9% |
144 | Mali | 8.6% | 4.6% | 12.4% | 10.7% |
145 | Pakistan | 8.6% | 6% | 11.3% | 9.7% |
146 | Sudan | 8.6% | 3.8% | 12.4% | |
147 | Tanzania | 8.4% | 4% | 12.7% | 11.9% |
148 | Togo | 8.4% | 3.9% | 12.5% | 10.3% |
149 | Somalia | 8.3% | 3.9% | 12.3% | 12.9% |
150 | Angola | 8.2% | 4% | 12.1% | 11% |
151 | Zambia | 8.1% | 3.6% | 12.4% | 12.7% |
152 | Equatorial Guinea | 8% | 3.8% | 12.6% | 10.7% |
153 | Comoros | 7.8% | 3.3% | 12.2% | 12.2% |
154 | Guinea | 7.7% | 3.7% | 11.5% | 9.5% |
155 | Central African Republic | 7.5% | 3.7% | 10.9% | 10.7% |
156 | Mozambique | 7.2% | 3.3% | 10.5% | 12.6% |
157 | Kenya | 7.1% | 2.8% | 11.1% | 11.3% |
158 | Indonesia | 6.9% | 4.8% | 8.9% | 15.4% |
159 | North Korea | 6.8% | 6.1% | 7.3% | |
160 | Democratic Republic of the Congo | 6.7% | 3.6% | 9.7% | 10.2% |
161 | Bhutan | 6.4% | 4.7% | 8.5% | 10.1% |
162 | Philippines | 6.4% | 5.2% | 7.5% | 12.8% |
163 | People's Republic of China | 6.2% | 5.9% | 6.5% | 28.5% |
164 | Chad | 6.1% | 3.1% | 8.9% | 8.7% |
165 | Singapore | 6.1% | 5.8% | 6.3% | 22.4% |
166 | Malawi | 5.8% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 10.6% |
167 | Myanmar | 5.8% | 4% | 7.3% | 11.6% |
168 | Rwanda | 5.8% | 1.9% | 9.3% | 11.1% |
169 | Burkina Faso | 5.6% | 2.6% | 8.1% | 7.6% |
170 | Afghanistan | 5.5% | 3.2% | 7.6% | 9.4% |
171 | Niger | 5.5% | 2.5% | 8.7% | 8.2% |
172 | Burundi | 5.4% | 2.1% | 8.6% | 10.4% |
173 | Laos | 5.3% | 3.7% | 6.7% | 13.6% |
174 | Madagascar | 5.3% | 3% | 7.5% | 10.7% |
175 | Uganda | 5.3% | 1.8% | 8.6% | 10.3% |
176 | Sri Lanka | 5.2% | 2.9% | 7.3% | 12.9% |
177 | Eritrea | 5% | 2% | 7.6% | 10.8% |
178 | South Korea | 4.7% | 4.4% | 4.8% | 26.9% |
179 | Ethiopia | 4.5% | 1.9% | 6.9% | 8.6% |
180 | Japan | 4.3% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 14.2% |
181 | Nepal | 4.1% | 2.7% | 5.4% | 7.5% |
182 | Cambodia | 3.9% | 2.7% | 4.8% | 11.3% |
183 | India | 3.9% | 2.7% | 5.1% | 6.8% |
184 | East Timor | 3.8% | 2.6% | 4.9% | 12.5% |
185 | Bangladesh | 3.6% | 2.3% | 5% | 9% |
Most Obese Countries
The ten most obese countries are Nauru, Palau, Marshall Islands, Tuvalu, Tonga, Samoa, Kiribati, Federated States of Micronesia, Kuwait, and the United States of America. Nauru is the most obese country in the world, with 61% of its population being obese. Palau, the Marshall Islands, and Tuvalu follow as the second, third, and fourth most obese countries, with obesity prevalence rates of 55.3%, 52.9%, and 51.6%, respectively. Tonga and Samoa, the fifth and sixth most obese countries, have obesity rates of 48.2% and 47.3%, while Kiribati and Federated States of Micronesia have obesity rates of 46% and 45.8%, respectively, making them the seventh and eighth most obese countries in the world. Kuwait and the United States round out the top ten of the most obese countries, with obesity prevalence rates of 37.9% and 36.2%, respectively.
Most Obese Countries in the World
The ten most obese countries in the world are :
1. Nauru – 61%
2. Palau – 55.3%
3. Marshall Islands – 52.9%
4. Tuvalu – 51.6%
5. Tonga – 48.2%
6. Samoa – 47.3%
7. Kiribati – 46%
8. Federated States of Micronesia – 45.8%
9. Kuwait – 37.9%
10. United States of America – 36.2%
Top 10 Most Obese OECD Countries
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is an international organization founded in 1961 and comprising 38 member countries that promote economic growth, prosperity, and democracy. The organization includes countries in Europe (including France, Germany, and the United Kingdom), North and South America (including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Chile), Asia (including Japan and South Korea), and Oceania (including Australia and New Zealand). Below is the list of the ten most obese OECD countries.
Most Obese Country in the World
Nauru, with an obesity prevalence rate of 61%, is the most obese country in the world. The high prevalence of obesity in Nauru can be attributed to a variety of factors, including a lack of physical activity, a high intake of processed and unhealthy foods, and cultural attitudes toward body size. The country’s small size and remote location also make it difficult to access fresh, healthy foods. As a result, Nauru has struggled to address its obesity epidemic, and the government has launched several initiatives to encourage healthy lifestyle choices and improve access to healthy foods.
Least Obese Countries
The ten least obese countries are Bangladesh, East Timor, Cambodia, India, Nepal, Japan, Ethiopia, South Korea, Eritrea, and Sri Lanka. Bangladesh is the least obese country in the world, with 3.6% of its population being obese. East Timor follows closely behind as the second least obese country in the world, with 3.8% obesity prevalence. Cambodia and India tie at 3.9% obesity prevalence each, making them the third and fourth least obese countries in the world. Nepal, the fifth least obese country, has an obesity prevalence of 4.1%. The sixth least obese country is Japan, with an obesity prevalence of 4.3%. Ethiopia and South Korea, the seventh and eighth least obese countries, have 4.5% and 4.7% obesity prevalence, respectively. Eritrea has an obesity prevalence of 5%, making it the ninth least obese country, while Sri Lanka comes in as the tenth least obese country, with an obesity prevalence at 5.2%.
Least Obese Countries in the World
The 10 least obese countries in the world are :
1. Bangladesh – 3.6%
2. East Timor – 3.8%
3. Cambodia – 3.9%
4. India – 3.9%
5. Nepal – 4.1%
6. Japan – 4.3%
7. Ethiopia – 4.5%
8. South Korea – 4.7%
9. Eritrea – 5%
10. Sri Lanka – 5.2%
Least Obese Country in the World
Bangladesh is the least obese country in the world, with only 3.6% of its population being obese. This is significantly lower than the global average obesity prevalence of 13.2%. One of the reasons for this low rate of obesity could be attributed to the fact that Bangladesh is a developing country with a predominantly rural population that relies on traditional diets and lifestyles. The country’s staple food is rice, which is typically consumed with vegetables and fish, providing a low-fat, high-fiber diet. The government of Bangladesh has also taken steps to address the issue of obesity, such as promoting physical activity and healthy eating habits.
Source
The data used on our page comes from the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is responsible for international public health. The organization gathers data on various health indicators, including obesity prevalence, from countries around the world. The data is collected through various methods, such as surveys and research studies, and is then compiled into reports and databases that are publicly available.
The WHO is recognized as an authority on health-related issues, including obesity, due to its extensive research and data collection efforts, as well as its collaborations with governments and health organizations around the world. The organization works to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent the spread of non-communicable diseases, such as obesity, through various initiatives and programs.
Prevalence of Obesity by Country
Afghanistan
Ranked in the World
#170
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.2%
Ranked in the World
#168
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
7.6%
Ranked in the World
#168
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
9.4%
Ranked in the World
#176
Albania
Ranked in the World
#82
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
21.6%
Ranked in the World
#61
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21.8%
Ranked in the World
#98
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
25%
Ranked in the World
#89
Algeria
Ranked in the World
#36
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
19.9%
Ranked in the World
#73
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
34.9%
Ranked in the World
#25
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
31%
Ranked in the World
#44
Andorra
Ranked in the World
#46
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
25.9%
Ranked in the World
#23
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.3%
Ranked in the World
#78
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
35.8%
Ranked in the World
#18
Angola
Ranked in the World
#150
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4%
Ranked in the World
#152
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.1%
Ranked in the World
#151
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
11%
Ranked in the World
#155
Antigua and Barbuda
Ranked in the World
#110
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
11.6%
Ranked in the World
#118
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.9%
Ranked in the World
#70
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.7%
Ranked in the World
#81
Argentina
Ranked in the World
#28
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
27.3%
Ranked in the World
#21
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
29%
Ranked in the World
#47
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
36.5%
Ranked in the World
#17
Armenia
Ranked in the World
#98
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.1%
Ranked in the World
#92
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
23%
Ranked in the World
#91
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
19.3%
Ranked in the World
#118
Australia
Ranked in the World
#25
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
29.6%
Ranked in the World
#14
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
28.4%
Ranked in the World
#54
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
34.1%
Ranked in the World
#27
Austria
Ranked in the World
#102
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
21.9%
Ranked in the World
#59
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
18.3%
Ranked in the World
#122
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.5%
Ranked in the World
#82
Azerbaijan
Ranked in the World
#103
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
15.8%
Ranked in the World
#100
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
23.6%
Ranked in the World
#87
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
18.8%
Ranked in the World
#119
Bahrain
Ranked in the World
#23
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
25.5%
Ranked in the World
#25
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
36.8%
Ranked in the World
#22
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
35.3%
Ranked in the World
#24
Bangladesh
Ranked in the World
#185
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.3%
Ranked in the World
#179
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
5%
Ranked in the World
#181
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
9%
Ranked in the World
#177
Barbados
Ranked in the World
#64
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
14.7%
Ranked in the World
#108
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
31.3%
Ranked in the World
#37
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.6%
Ranked in the World
#69
Belarus
Ranked in the World
#55
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
22.1%
Ranked in the World
#56
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.3%
Ranked in the World
#66
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
22.7%
Ranked in the World
#104
Belgium
Ranked in the World
#78
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
23.1%
Ranked in the World
#48
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21%
Ranked in the World
#106
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
24%
Ranked in the World
#99
Belize
Ranked in the World
#57
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
16.5%
Ranked in the World
#97
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
31.5%
Ranked in the World
#35
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.5%
Ranked in the World
#57
Benin
Ranked in the World
#138
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.7%
Ranked in the World
#144
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
14.2%
Ranked in the World
#136
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
11.3%
Ranked in the World
#151
Bhutan
Ranked in the World
#161
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.7%
Ranked in the World
#145
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
8.5%
Ranked in the World
#166
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.1%
Ranked in the World
#170
Bolivia
Ranked in the World
#99
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
14.5%
Ranked in the World
#109
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.6%
Ranked in the World
#73
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.1%
Ranked in the World
#64
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Ranked in the World
#115
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.1%
Ranked in the World
#93
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
18.4%
Ranked in the World
#121
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
21.4%
Ranked in the World
#110
Botswana
Ranked in the World
#111
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
8.1%
Ranked in the World
#123
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
29.3%
Ranked in the World
#45
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
17.5%
Ranked in the World
#122
Brazil
Ranked in the World
#79
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
18.5%
Ranked in the World
#84
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.4%
Ranked in the World
#75
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28%
Ranked in the World
#65
Brunei
Ranked in the World
#126
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
12.5%
Ranked in the World
#115
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
15.7%
Ranked in the World
#132
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.8%
Ranked in the World
#79
Bulgaria
Ranked in the World
#50
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
25.5%
Ranked in the World
#26
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
24.3%
Ranked in the World
#84
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.5%
Ranked in the World
#58
Burkina Faso
Ranked in the World
#169
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.6%
Ranked in the World
#176
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
8.1%
Ranked in the World
#167
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
7.6%
Ranked in the World
#182
Burundi
Ranked in the World
#172
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.1%
Ranked in the World
#181
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
8.6%
Ranked in the World
#164
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.4%
Ranked in the World
#166
Cambodia
Ranked in the World
#182
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.7%
Ranked in the World
#173
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
4.8%
Ranked in the World
#183
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
11.3%
Ranked in the World
#152
Cameroon
Ranked in the World
#131
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
6.1%
Ranked in the World
#129
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
16.4%
Ranked in the World
#131
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
12.7%
Ranked in the World
#143
Canada
Ranked in the World
#24
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
29.5%
Ranked in the World
#15
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
29.3%
Ranked in the World
#46
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
32.1%
Ranked in the World
#38
Central African Republic
Ranked in the World
#155
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.7%
Ranked in the World
#161
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
10.9%
Ranked in the World
#156
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.7%
Ranked in the World
#160
Chad
Ranked in the World
#164
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.1%
Ranked in the World
#169
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
8.9%
Ranked in the World
#161
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
8.7%
Ranked in the World
#178
Chile
Ranked in the World
#30
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.9%
Ranked in the World
#30
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
31%
Ranked in the World
#38
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
35.4%
Ranked in the World
#22
Colombia
Ranked in the World
#75
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.6%
Ranked in the World
#90
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.6%
Ranked in the World
#64
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
24.3%
Ranked in the World
#98
Comoros
Ranked in the World
#153
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.3%
Ranked in the World
#166
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.2%
Ranked in the World
#150
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
12.2%
Ranked in the World
#147
Costa Rica
Ranked in the World
#45
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
21.1%
Ranked in the World
#63
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
30.4%
Ranked in the World
#41
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
31.5%
Ranked in the World
#41
Croatia
Ranked in the World
#56
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.1%
Ranked in the World
#41
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
24.5%
Ranked in the World
#83
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.7%
Ranked in the World
#68
Cuba
Ranked in the World
#53
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
18.9%
Ranked in the World
#80
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
30.3%
Ranked in the World
#42
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
30%
Ranked in the World
#49
Cyprus
Ranked in the World
#81
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
21.9%
Ranked in the World
#60
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21.6%
Ranked in the World
#101
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
33.1%
Ranked in the World
#31
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Ranked in the World
#160
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.6%
Ranked in the World
#164
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
9.7%
Ranked in the World
#158
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.2%
Ranked in the World
#169
Denmark
Ranked in the World
#106
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
22.3%
Ranked in the World
#54
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
17%
Ranked in the World
#126
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
25%
Ranked in the World
#90
Djibouti
Ranked in the World
#128
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
8.6%
Ranked in the World
#122
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
18.3%
Ranked in the World
#123
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
17.2%
Ranked in the World
#123
Dominica
Ranked in the World
#31
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
19.9%
Ranked in the World
#74
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
35.6%
Ranked in the World
#23
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
32.6%
Ranked in the World
#35
Dominican Republic
Ranked in the World
#35
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
21%
Ranked in the World
#65
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
34.1%
Ranked in the World
#28
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
32.8%
Ranked in the World
#33
East Timor
Ranked in the World
#184
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.6%
Ranked in the World
#177
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
4.9%
Ranked in the World
#182
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
12.5%
Ranked in the World
#146
Ecuador
Ranked in the World
#104
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
14.9%
Ranked in the World
#107
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
24.7%
Ranked in the World
#81
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.3%
Ranked in the World
#62
Egypt
Ranked in the World
#16
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
22.7%
Ranked in the World
#51
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
41.1%
Ranked in the World
#13
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
36.7%
Ranked in the World
#15
Egypt is the sixteenth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 32%. The prevalence of obesity is higher among women (41.1%) than men (22.7%) and children (36.7%). Contributing factors include a high intake of energy-dense foods, limited access to healthy food options, and a sedentary lifestyle. The government has implemented measures to combat obesity, such as promoting physical activity, increasing awareness of healthy eating habits, and regulating the marketing of unhealthy foods to children.
El Salvador
Ranked in the World
#54
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
18.9%
Ranked in the World
#81
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
28.9%
Ranked in the World
#50
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
30.4%
Ranked in the World
#48
Equatorial Guinea
Ranked in the World
#152
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.8%
Ranked in the World
#158
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.6%
Ranked in the World
#144
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.7%
Ranked in the World
#161
Eritrea
Ranked in the World
#177
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2%
Ranked in the World
#182
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
7.6%
Ranked in the World
#169
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.8%
Ranked in the World
#157
Estonia
Ranked in the World
#89
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
20.3%
Ranked in the World
#69
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21.8%
Ranked in the World
#99
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
20.6%
Ranked in the World
#113
Eswatini
Ranked in the World
#121
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.4%
Ranked in the World
#139
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.2%
Ranked in the World
#67
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
16.6%
Ranked in the World
#125
Ethiopia
Ranked in the World
#179
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
1.9%
Ranked in the World
#183
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
6.9%
Ranked in the World
#175
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
8.6%
Ranked in the World
#179
Federated States of Micronesia
Ranked in the World
#8
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
40.1%
Ranked in the World
#7
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
51.5%
Ranked in the World
#7
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
51.3%
Ranked in the World
#8
The Federated States of Micronesia is the eighth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 45.80%. Obesity is a major public health issue in the country, with high rates of non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. Obesity rates are higher among women (51.5%) than men (40.1%), and among children (51.3%). Factors contributing to the high obesity rate include a lack of physical activity, limited access to healthy food options, and the adoption of a Westernized diet (low in fruit and vegetables but high in fat and sodium). The government has implemented measures to combat obesity, including promoting physical activity, increasing awareness of healthy eating habits, and regulating the importation of unhealthy foods.
Fiji
Ranked in the World
#22
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
25.1%
Ranked in the World
#27
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
35.3%
Ranked in the World
#24
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
34.4%
Ranked in the World
#26
Finland
Ranked in the World
#77
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
23.7%
Ranked in the World
#42
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
20.6%
Ranked in the World
#110
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.8%
Ranked in the World
#80
France
Ranked in the World
#84
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
22%
Ranked in the World
#57
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21.1%
Ranked in the World
#104
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
30%
Ranked in the World
#50
France is the eighty-fourth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 21.60%. Obesity rates are higher among men (22%), compared to women (21.1%), obesity rates amongst children are 30%. Although the prevalence of obesity in France is relatively low, it has increased over the years due to changes in lifestyle and diet. The government has implemented measures such as promoting healthy eating habits and encouraging physical activity.
Gabon
Ranked in the World
#124
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
9.6%
Ranked in the World
#121
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
20.3%
Ranked in the World
#113
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
15.6%
Ranked in the World
#128
Georgia
Ranked in the World
#83
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
19.2%
Ranked in the World
#78
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
23.8%
Ranked in the World
#86
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
20.1%
Ranked in the World
#115
Germany
Ranked in the World
#76
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.2%
Ranked in the World
#37
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
20.4%
Ranked in the World
#112
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.4%
Ranked in the World
#84
Germany is the seventy-sixth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 22.30%. Obesity rates for men are 24.2%, for women 20.4%, and for children 26.4%. The prevalence of obesity has increased over the years due to factors such as urbanization, a shift towards a more sedentary lifestyle, and an increase in unhealthy eating habits. The government has implemented measures such as promoting healthy eating and physical activity and providing subsidies for healthy food options.
Ghana
Ranked in the World
#132
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.5%
Ranked in the World
#150
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
16.6%
Ranked in the World
#130
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.7%
Ranked in the World
#162
Greece
Ranked in the World
#51
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.2%
Ranked in the World
#38
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.4%
Ranked in the World
#76
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
37.3%
Ranked in the World
#13
Grenada
Ranked in the World
#87
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
13.3%
Ranked in the World
#112
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
29%
Ranked in the World
#48
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.4%
Ranked in the World
#85
Guatemala
Ranked in the World
#90
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
15.1%
Ranked in the World
#106
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.4%
Ranked in the World
#65
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.6%
Ranked in the World
#56
Guinea
Ranked in the World
#154
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.7%
Ranked in the World
#162
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
11.5%
Ranked in the World
#152
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
9.5%
Ranked in the World
#175
Guinea-Bissau
Ranked in the World
#139
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5%
Ranked in the World
#141
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
13.7%
Ranked in the World
#138
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.9%
Ranked in the World
#156
Guyana
Ranked in the World
#100
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
12.7%
Ranked in the World
#114
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
27.1%
Ranked in the World
#57
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
24.9%
Ranked in the World
#92
Haiti
Ranked in the World
#69
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.9%
Ranked in the World
#86
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.9%
Ranked in the World
#60
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.6%
Ranked in the World
#70
Honduras
Ranked in the World
#86
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
15.6%
Ranked in the World
#101
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.9%
Ranked in the World
#61
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.3%
Ranked in the World
#74
Hungary
Ranked in the World
#39
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
28.2%
Ranked in the World
#17
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
24.6%
Ranked in the World
#82
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.4%
Ranked in the World
#60
Iceland
Ranked in the World
#80
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.2%
Ranked in the World
#39
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
19.4%
Ranked in the World
#117
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.4%
Ranked in the World
#61
India
Ranked in the World
#183
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.7%
Ranked in the World
#174
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
5.1%
Ranked in the World
#180
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
6.8%
Ranked in the World
#184
Indonesia
Ranked in the World
#158
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.8%
Ranked in the World
#142
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
8.9%
Ranked in the World
#162
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
15.4%
Ranked in the World
#129
Iran
Ranked in the World
#44
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
19.3%
Ranked in the World
#77
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
32.2%
Ranked in the World
#33
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
25.6%
Ranked in the World
#88
Iraq
Ranked in the World
#21
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
23.4%
Ranked in the World
#45
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
37%
Ranked in the World
#19
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
32%
Ranked in the World
#39
Ireland
Ranked in the World
#48
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
25.1%
Ranked in the World
#28
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.5%
Ranked in the World
#74
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
31%
Ranked in the World
#45
Israel
Ranked in the World
#42
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
25.9%
Ranked in the World
#24
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.2%
Ranked in the World
#68
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
35%
Ranked in the World
#25
Israel is the forty-second most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 26.1%. The prevalence of obesity among men is 25.9%, among women is 26.2%, and among children is 35%. The prevalence of obesity in Israel can be attributed to several factors, including unhealthy eating habits, sedentary lifestyles, and genetics. The government of Israel has implemented several measures to address this issue, such as promoting healthy eating and physical activity, regulating the marketing of unhealthy foods, and providing education on healthy lifestyle choices.
Italy
Ranked in the World
#105
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
20.1%
Ranked in the World
#72
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
19.5%
Ranked in the World
#116
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
36.8%
Ranked in the World
#14
The obesity rate in Italy is 19.9%, making it the one-hundred-and-fifth most obese country in the world. Obesity rates among men is 20.1%, amongst women 19.5%, and amongst children 36.8%. These figures continue to rise, this increase in obesity has been linked to changing lifestyles and environmental factors such as urbanization and economic development which have led to a decrease in physical activity, an increase in sedentary lifestyles, and a shift towards processed foods. Additionally, cultural traditions such as eating large meals late at night can also lead to further weight gain. The Italian government has launched initiatives such as subsidized fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, alongside increased public education efforts on healthy dieting and exercise habits.
Ivory Coast
Ranked in the World
#134
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.8%
Ranked in the World
#133
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
15.2%
Ranked in the World
#134
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
12.9%
Ranked in the World
#139
Jamaica
Ranked in the World
#52
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
15.3%
Ranked in the World
#103
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
33.4%
Ranked in the World
#31
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
29.8%
Ranked in the World
#51
Japan
Ranked in the World
#180
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.8%
Ranked in the World
#143
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
3.7%
Ranked in the World
#185
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
14.2%
Ranked in the World
#135
Jordan
Ranked in the World
#11
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
28.2%
Ranked in the World
#18
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
43.1%
Ranked in the World
#10
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
31%
Ranked in the World
#46
Kazakhstan
Ranked in the World
#91
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
18.9%
Ranked in the World
#82
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
22.7%
Ranked in the World
#93
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
19.7%
Ranked in the World
#117
Kenya
Ranked in the World
#157
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.8%
Ranked in the World
#172
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
11.1%
Ranked in the World
#155
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
11.3%
Ranked in the World
#153
Kiribati
Ranked in the World
#7
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
41.6%
Ranked in the World
#5
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
50.4%
Ranked in the World
#8
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
55.2%
Ranked in the World
#6
Kiribati is the seventh most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 46%. Women have a higher prevalence of obesity (50.4%) than men (41.6%), and children have a rate of 55.2%. Kiribati is a small island country in the Pacific Ocean with limited access to fresh produce and a diet high in processed foods and sugary drinks. A sedentary lifestyle and cultural beliefs that associate being overweight with wealth and status also contribute to the high obesity rate. The government has introduced several initiatives to address the issue, including nutrition education programs, community-based health initiatives, and improving access to fresh produce.
Kuwait
Ranked in the World
#9
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
33.3%
Ranked in the World
#10
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
45.6%
Ranked in the World
#9
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
42.4%
Ranked in the World
#9
Kuwait is the ninth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 37.9%. The prevalence of obesity is higher among women (45.6%) than men (33.3%) and children (42.4%). Contributing factors include a sedentary lifestyle, a high intake of energy-dense foods, and cultural factors that prioritize large portion sizes and high-fat foods. The government has taken steps to combat the obesity epidemic, such as implementing a tax on sugary drinks and promoting healthy eating habits through educational campaigns.
Kyrgyzstan
Ranked in the World
#118
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
14%
Ranked in the World
#110
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
18.6%
Ranked in the World
#119
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
16.1%
Ranked in the World
#127
Laos
Ranked in the World
#173
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.7%
Ranked in the World
#163
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
6.7%
Ranked in the World
#176
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
13.6%
Ranked in the World
#136
Latvia
Ranked in the World
#62
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
21.6%
Ranked in the World
#62
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.1%
Ranked in the World
#80
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
21.5%
Ranked in the World
#109
Lebanon
Ranked in the World
#17
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
27.4%
Ranked in the World
#20
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
37%
Ranked in the World
#20
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
32.9%
Ranked in the World
#32
Lebanon is the seventeenth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 32%. The prevalence of obesity is higher among women (37%) than men (27.4%) and children (32.9%). Contributing factors include a high intake of energy-dense foods, a sedentary lifestyle, and cultural factors that prioritize large portion sizes and high-fat foods. The government has implemented measures to combat obesity, such as promoting physical activity, increasing awareness of healthy eating habits, and regulating the marketing of unhealthy foods to children.
Lesotho
Ranked in the World
#119
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.6%
Ranked in the World
#147
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.7%
Ranked in the World
#63
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
15.3%
Ranked in the World
#130
Liberia
Ranked in the World
#137
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.5%
Ranked in the World
#138
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
14.2%
Ranked in the World
#137
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.1%
Ranked in the World
#171
Libya
Ranked in the World
#14
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
25%
Ranked in the World
#29
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
39.6%
Ranked in the World
#15
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
32.7%
Ranked in the World
#34
Lithuania
Ranked in the World
#41
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.2%
Ranked in the World
#40
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
27.8%
Ranked in the World
#55
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
20.5%
Ranked in the World
#114
Luxembourg
Ranked in the World
#71
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.5%
Ranked in the World
#33
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
20.7%
Ranked in the World
#109
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.1%
Ranked in the World
#86
Madagascar
Ranked in the World
#174
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3%
Ranked in the World
#170
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
7.5%
Ranked in the World
#170
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.7%
Ranked in the World
#163
Malawi
Ranked in the World
#166
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.2%
Ranked in the World
#180
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
9.1%
Ranked in the World
#160
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.6%
Ranked in the World
#165
Malaysia
Ranked in the World
#122
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
13%
Ranked in the World
#113
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
17.9%
Ranked in the World
#125
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.5%
Ranked in the World
#83
Malaysia is the one-hundred and twenty-second most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 15.6%. Obesity affects 13% of men, 17.9% of women, and 26.5% of children. The prevalence of obesity in Malaysia is increasing due to factors such as changes in diet and lifestyle, as well as the rise of sedentary jobs. The government has implemented measures such as promoting healthy eating habits and physical activity.
Maldives
Ranked in the World
#143
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.8%
Ranked in the World
#134
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
11.4%
Ranked in the World
#153
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
16.9%
Ranked in the World
#124
Mali
Ranked in the World
#144
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.6%
Ranked in the World
#148
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.4%
Ranked in the World
#146
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.7%
Ranked in the World
#164
Malta
Ranked in the World
#26
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
29.2%
Ranked in the World
#16
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
28.5%
Ranked in the World
#53
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
36.7%
Ranked in the World
#16
Marshall Islands
Ranked in the World
#3
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
48.4%
Ranked in the World
#3
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
57.3%
Ranked in the World
#3
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
59.2%
Ranked in the World
#3
The Marshall Islands is the third most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 52.9%. Women have a higher prevalence of obesity (57.3%) than men (48.4%), and children have the highest obesity rate of 59.2%. The Marshall Islands is a small island country in the Pacific Ocean with a high dependence on imported foods, which are often high in fat, salt, and sugar. The lack of access to fresh produce and a sedentary lifestyle are also contributing factors to the high obesity rate. The government has introduced several initiatives to address the issue, including nutrition education programs, community-based health initiatives, and improving access to fresh produce.
Mauritania
Ranked in the World
#129
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
6.6%
Ranked in the World
#128
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
18.5%
Ranked in the World
#120
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
13.2%
Ranked in the World
#137
Mauritius
Ranked in the World
#133
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.6%
Ranked in the World
#136
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
15.7%
Ranked in the World
#133
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
14.6%
Ranked in the World
#133
Mexico
Ranked in the World
#27
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.3%
Ranked in the World
#36
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
32.8%
Ranked in the World
#32
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
35.4%
Ranked in the World
#23
Mexico is the twenty-seventh most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 28.9%. The prevalence of obesity among men is 24.3%, among women is 32.8%, and among children is 35.4%. The prevalence of obesity in Mexico can be attributed to several factors, including the consumption of unhealthy foods, a sedentary lifestyle, and genetic factors. The government of Mexico has implemented several measures to mitigate this issue, such as implementing taxes on sugary drinks and unhealthy foods, promoting physical activity, and providing healthier food options in schools.
Moldova
Ranked in the World
#112
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
16.2%
Ranked in the World
#98
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21.1%
Ranked in the World
#105
Mongolia
Ranked in the World
#93
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.5%
Ranked in the World
#91
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
23.2%
Ranked in the World
#89
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
17.8%
Ranked in the World
#121
Montenegro
Ranked in the World
#63
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
23.3%
Ranked in the World
#47
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
23.1%
Ranked in the World
#90
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
24.9%
Ranked in the World
#93
Morocco
Ranked in the World
#43
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
19.4%
Ranked in the World
#75
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
32.2%
Ranked in the World
#34
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27%
Ranked in the World
#76
Mozambique
Ranked in the World
#156
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.3%
Ranked in the World
#167
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
10.5%
Ranked in the World
#157
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
12.6%
Ranked in the World
#145
Myanmar
Ranked in the World
#167
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4%
Ranked in the World
#153
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
7.3%
Ranked in the World
#172
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
11.6%
Ranked in the World
#150
Namibia
Ranked in the World
#116
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
7.5%
Ranked in the World
#125
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.4%
Ranked in the World
#77
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
15.3%
Ranked in the World
#131
Nauru
Ranked in the World
#1
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
58.7%
Ranked in the World
#1
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
63.3%
Ranked in the World
#1
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
64.9%
Ranked in the World
#1
Nauru is the most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 61%. This rate is particularly high among women, with 63.3% of females being classified as obese. The obesity rate is equally high among men and among children. Men in Nauru have an obesity rate of 58.7%, and children have a staggering obesity rate of 64.9%. Several factors contribute to Nauru's high obesity rate, including the adoption of a Western diet and lifestyle, limited access to fresh and nutritious foods, and a lack of physical activity opportunities. The government has implemented various measures to address this issue, including increasing education and awareness around healthy eating and physical activity and promoting local food production.
Nepal
Ranked in the World
#181
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.7%
Ranked in the World
#175
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
5.4%
Ranked in the World
#179
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
7.5%
Ranked in the World
#183
Netherlands
Ranked in the World
#96
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
20.8%
Ranked in the World
#68
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
20%
Ranked in the World
#114
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
24.7%
Ranked in the World
#95
New Zealand
Ranked in the World
#20
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
30.1%
Ranked in the World
#13
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
31.4%
Ranked in the World
#36
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
39.5%
Ranked in the World
#11
Nicaragua
Ranked in the World
#60
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.9%
Ranked in the World
#87
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
29%
Ranked in the World
#49
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
29.3%
Ranked in the World
#54
Niger
Ranked in the World
#171
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.5%
Ranked in the World
#178
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
8.7%
Ranked in the World
#163
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
8.2%
Ranked in the World
#181
Nigeria
Ranked in the World
#140
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.6%
Ranked in the World
#149
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
13.1%
Ranked in the World
#140
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
8.4%
Ranked in the World
#180
North Korea
Ranked in the World
#159
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
6.1%
Ranked in the World
#130
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
7.3%
Ranked in the World
#173
Norway
Ranked in the World
#65
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
23.6%
Ranked in the World
#44
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
22.5%
Ranked in the World
#94
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.4%
Ranked in the World
#72
Oman
Ranked in the World
#37
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
22.9%
Ranked in the World
#50
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
33.7%
Ranked in the World
#29
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
32.3%
Ranked in the World
#37
Oman is the thirty-seventh most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 27%. The prevalence of obesity among men is 22.9%, among women is 33.7%, and among children is 32.3%. The prevalence of obesity in Oman can be attributed to several factors, including a lack of physical activity, unhealthy eating habits, and genetics. The government of Oman has taken several measures to address this issue, such as implementing a national program to promote healthy eating and physical activity, regulating the marketing of unhealthy foods, and providing education on healthy lifestyle choices.
Pakistan
Ranked in the World
#145
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
6%
Ranked in the World
#131
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
11.3%
Ranked in the World
#154
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
9.7%
Ranked in the World
#172
Palau
Ranked in the World
#2
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
51.8%
Ranked in the World
#2
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
58.8%
Ranked in the World
#2
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
63.5%
Ranked in the World
#2
Palau is the second most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 55.3%. The prevalence of obesity is higher among women (58.8%) than men (51.8%), and the highest rates are among children at 63.5%. Palau is a small island country in the Western Pacific with limited access to healthy food options, and a diet rich in processed foods and sugary drinks is a major factor contributing to the high obesity rate. The government has initiated several programs to promote healthy eating habits and encourage physical activity among the population.
Panama
Ranked in the World
#70
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.8%
Ranked in the World
#89
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
27.6%
Ranked in the World
#56
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
29.4%
Ranked in the World
#53
Papua New Guinea
Ranked in the World
#88
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
16.6%
Ranked in the World
#95
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
25.8%
Ranked in the World
#71
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
31.7%
Ranked in the World
#40
Paraguay
Ranked in the World
#97
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.1%
Ranked in the World
#94
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
23.4%
Ranked in the World
#88
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.9%
Ranked in the World
#66
People's Republic of China
Ranked in the World
#163
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.9%
Ranked in the World
#132
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
6.5%
Ranked in the World
#177
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.5%
Ranked in the World
#59
The People's Republic of China is the one-hundred-sixty-third most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 6.2%. Obesity affects 5.9% of men, 6.5% of women, and 28.5% of children. The prevalence of obesity in China is increasing due to changes in lifestyle and diet, as well as an increase in sedentary jobs. The government has implemented measures such as promoting healthy eating habits and increasing access to physical activity opportunities.
Peru
Ranked in the World
#107
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
15.2%
Ranked in the World
#105
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
24.2%
Ranked in the World
#85
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27%
Ranked in the World
#77
Philippines
Ranked in the World
#162
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.2%
Ranked in the World
#140
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
7.5%
Ranked in the World
#171
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
12.8%
Ranked in the World
#142
Poland
Ranked in the World
#66
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
23.7%
Ranked in the World
#43
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
22.2%
Ranked in the World
#95
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
25.7%
Ranked in the World
#87
Portugal
Ranked in the World
#92
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
20.3%
Ranked in the World
#70
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21.2%
Ranked in the World
#103
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
32.4%
Ranked in the World
#36
Qatar
Ranked in the World
#13
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
32.5%
Ranked in the World
#11
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
43.1%
Ranked in the World
#11
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
38.7%
Ranked in the World
#12
Republic of Macedonia
Ranked in the World
#74
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
22.6%
Ranked in the World
#52
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
22.1%
Ranked in the World
#96
Romania
Ranked in the World
#72
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
23.4%
Ranked in the World
#46
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21.6%
Ranked in the World
#102
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
24.5%
Ranked in the World
#97
Russia
Ranked in the World
#67
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
18.1%
Ranked in the World
#85
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26.9%
Ranked in the World
#62
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
21.3%
Ranked in the World
#112
Russia is the sixty-seventh most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 23.1%. The prevalence of obesity among men is 18.1%, among women is 26.9%, and among children is 21.3%. The prevalence of obesity in Russia can be attributed to several factors, including a lack of physical activity, unhealthy eating habits, and genetics. The government of Russia has taken several measures to address this issue, such as promoting healthy eating and physical activity, implementing a program to monitor and prevent obesity in children, and regulating the marketing of unhealthy foods.
Rwanda
Ranked in the World
#168
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
1.9%
Ranked in the World
#184
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
9.3%
Ranked in the World
#159
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
11.1%
Ranked in the World
#154
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Ranked in the World
#68
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
15.3%
Ranked in the World
#104
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
30.1%
Ranked in the World
#43
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.9%
Ranked in the World
#67
Saint Lucia
Ranked in the World
#108
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
12%
Ranked in the World
#116
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
27%
Ranked in the World
#59
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
23.4%
Ranked in the World
#101
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Ranked in the World
#61
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
16.6%
Ranked in the World
#96
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
31%
Ranked in the World
#39
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.9%
Ranked in the World
#55
Samoa
Ranked in the World
#6
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
39.9%
Ranked in the World
#8
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
55%
Ranked in the World
#5
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
52.6%
Ranked in the World
#7
Samoa is the sixth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 47.3%. Women have a higher prevalence of obesity (55%) than men (39.9%), and children have an obesity rate of 52.60%. Samoa is a small island country in the Pacific Ocean with limited access to fresh produce and a diet rich in high-fat foods and sugary drinks. A sedentary lifestyle and cultural beliefs that associate being overweight with health and beauty also contribute to the high obesity rate. The government has implemented several initiatives to promote healthy eating habits and physical activity, including a national nutrition policy and community-based health programs.
São Tomé and Príncipe
Ranked in the World
#130
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
7.2%
Ranked in the World
#126
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
16.9%
Ranked in the World
#127
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
13.2%
Ranked in the World
#138
Saudi Arabia
Ranked in the World
#12
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
30.8%
Ranked in the World
#12
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
42.3%
Ranked in the World
#12
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
35.6%
Ranked in the World
#21
Senegal
Ranked in the World
#141
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4%
Ranked in the World
#154
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.9%
Ranked in the World
#141
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
9.6%
Ranked in the World
#174
Serbia
Ranked in the World
#85
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
21.1%
Ranked in the World
#64
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21.8%
Ranked in the World
#100
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.4%
Ranked in the World
#73
Seychelles
Ranked in the World
#127
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
7.6%
Ranked in the World
#124
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
20.5%
Ranked in the World
#111
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
22.6%
Ranked in the World
#105
Sierra Leone
Ranked in the World
#142
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.8%
Ranked in the World
#159
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
13.3%
Ranked in the World
#139
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.8%
Ranked in the World
#159
Singapore
Ranked in the World
#165
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.8%
Ranked in the World
#135
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
6.3%
Ranked in the World
#178
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
22.4%
Ranked in the World
#106
Slovakia
Ranked in the World
#95
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
21%
Ranked in the World
#66
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
19.9%
Ranked in the World
#115
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
23.3%
Ranked in the World
#102
Slovenia
Ranked in the World
#101
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
19.4%
Ranked in the World
#76
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
21%
Ranked in the World
#107
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
27.3%
Ranked in the World
#75
Slovenia is the one-hundred-and-first most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 20.2%. Obesity affects 19.4% of men, 21% of women, and 27.3% of children. The prevalence of obesity in Slovenia has increased over the years due to changes in lifestyle and diet. The government has implemented measures such as promoting healthy eating habits and physical activity.
Solomon Islands
Ranked in the World
#73
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
17.9%
Ranked in the World
#88
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
27.1%
Ranked in the World
#58
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
23.1%
Ranked in the World
#103
Somalia
Ranked in the World
#149
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.9%
Ranked in the World
#156
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.3%
Ranked in the World
#149
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
12.9%
Ranked in the World
#140
South Africa
Ranked in the World
#29
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
15.4%
Ranked in the World
#102
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
39.6%
Ranked in the World
#16
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
24.7%
Ranked in the World
#96
South Korea
Ranked in the World
#178
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4.4%
Ranked in the World
#151
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
4.8%
Ranked in the World
#184
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
26.9%
Ranked in the World
#78
Spain
Ranked in the World
#59
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.6%
Ranked in the World
#32
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
22.8%
Ranked in the World
#92
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
34.1%
Ranked in the World
#28
Sri Lanka
Ranked in the World
#176
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
2.9%
Ranked in the World
#171
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
7.3%
Ranked in the World
#174
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
12.9%
Ranked in the World
#141
Sudan
Ranked in the World
#146
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.8%
Ranked in the World
#160
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.4%
Ranked in the World
#147
Suriname
Ranked in the World
#40
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
18.9%
Ranked in the World
#83
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
33.7%
Ranked in the World
#30
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
31.1%
Ranked in the World
#42
Sweden
Ranked in the World
#94
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
23.1%
Ranked in the World
#49
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
18.1%
Ranked in the World
#124
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
23.7%
Ranked in the World
#100
Sweden is the ninety-fourth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 20.6%. Obesity affects 23.1% of men, 18.1% of women, and 23.7% of children. The prevalence of obesity in Sweden is relatively low due to factors such as a healthy diet and an active lifestyle. The government has implemented measures such as promoting healthy eating habits and increasing access to physical activity opportunities.
Switzerland
Ranked in the World
#109
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
22.2%
Ranked in the World
#55
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
16.9%
Ranked in the World
#128
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
21.8%
Ranked in the World
#108
Syria
Ranked in the World
#33
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
20.9%
Ranked in the World
#67
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
34.8%
Ranked in the World
#26
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
28.3%
Ranked in the World
#63
Tajikistan
Ranked in the World
#125
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
11.6%
Ranked in the World
#119
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
16.7%
Ranked in the World
#129
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
14.8%
Ranked in the World
#132
Tanzania
Ranked in the World
#147
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
4%
Ranked in the World
#155
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.7%
Ranked in the World
#142
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
11.9%
Ranked in the World
#148
Thailand
Ranked in the World
#136
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
7%
Ranked in the World
#127
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.7%
Ranked in the World
#143
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
22.1%
Ranked in the World
#107
The Bahamas
Ranked in the World
#19
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.4%
Ranked in the World
#34
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
38.1%
Ranked in the World
#18
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
35.8%
Ranked in the World
#19
The Gambia
Ranked in the World
#135
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
5.6%
Ranked in the World
#137
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
14.8%
Ranked in the World
#135
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
11.7%
Ranked in the World
#149
Togo
Ranked in the World
#148
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
3.9%
Ranked in the World
#157
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
12.5%
Ranked in the World
#145
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
10.3%
Ranked in the World
#167
Tonga
Ranked in the World
#5
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
41.4%
Ranked in the World
#6
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
54.5%
Ranked in the World
#6
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
58%
Ranked in the World
#5
Tonga is the fifth most obese country in the world, with an obesity rate of 48.2%. Women have a higher prevalence of obesity (54.5%) than men (41.4%), and children have a obesity rate of 58%. Tonga is a small island country in the Pacific Ocean with limited access to healthy food options and a diet rich in high-fat foods and sugary drinks. A sedentary lifestyle and cultural beliefs that associate being overweight with health and beauty also contribute to the high obesity rate. The government has launched several initiatives to promote healthy eating habits and physical activity, including a national nutrition policy and community-based health programs.
Trinidad and Tobago
Ranked in the World
#113
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
10.8%
Ranked in the World
#120
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
26%
Ranked in the World
#69
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
24.9%
Ranked in the World
#94
Tunisia
Ranked in the World
#38
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
19.1%
Ranked in the World
#79
Prevalence of Obesity-Female
34.3%
Ranked in the World
#27
Prevalence of Obesity-Children
25%
Ranked in the World
#91
Turkey
Ranked in the World
#15
Prevalence of Obesity-Male
24.4%
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