1) A study analyzed data from over 500,000 people in Thailand and found that nearly 54% were overweight or obese, with rates highest among those aged 25-49.
2) Being overweight or obese increases the risk of diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Losing just 5-10% of your body weight through diet and exercise can significantly improve health.
3) Public health efforts are needed to address Thailand's growing obesity problem through initiatives that make healthy foods more available and increase physical activity, especially among working age adults.
