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Childhood Obesity Crisis: India Ranks Second Globally, Experts Issue Grave Warning as Report Unveils Alarming Data
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India Ranks Second Globally in Childhood Obesity; Experts Warn of Health Epidemic
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News18
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07-03-2026, 14:44
India Ranks Second Globally in Childhood Obesity; Experts Warn of Health Epidemic
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India ranks second worldwide after China in childhood obesity, with 41 million children overweight.
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The 'World Obesity Atlas 2026' report reveals 14 million Indian children are severely obese.
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Unaddressed childhood obesity risks future adult diseases like fatty liver, heart disease, high BP, and diabetes.
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Key causes include 74% of 11-17 year olds lacking physical activity and 6-10 year olds consuming 50ml sugary drinks daily.
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Experts urge immediate changes in diet, physical activity, and food regulations to avert a major health crisis.
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