World Obesity Day 2025: Addressing Global Obesity Crisis Together

Obesity is a major global health challenge, affecting 1 in 8 people. The World Health Organization (WHO) is working to promote healthier lifestyles, policy changes, and better healthcare strategies to combat obesity. Preventive action is key to reversing this growing trend.

Obesity rates have doubled in adults and quadrupled in children since 1990. In 2022, 2.5 billion adults were overweight, with 1 billion living with obesity. Childhood obesity is also increasing rapidly, affecting over 390 million children and adolescents worldwide.

Obesity results from an imbalance between calorie intake and expenditure, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and cancer. It also affects mental health, leading to stigma and reduced quality of life.

Obesity is driven by unhealthy diets, physical inactivity, genetics, urbanization, and increased screen time. Limited healthcare access and environmental factors further contribute to the issue.

Preventing obesity starts with balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and healthy lifestyle choices. Small steps like choosing whole foods, drinking water, and staying active can make a lasting impact.

Obesity raises the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, joint problems, and cancer. It also contributes to mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety. Prevention is crucial to reducing these risks.

Managing obesity requires lifestyle changes, medical interventions, behavioral therapy, and, in severe cases, bariatric surgery. Long-term success depends on sustainable habits and continuous support.

Fighting obesity requires a global effort. Governments, communities, and individuals must work together to promote healthy food choices, physical activity, and better healthcare access. Join WHO in building a healthier future.