Rise of Obesity in Malta
November 09, 2005
The problem of obesity in Malta is on a rise. It's a major issue that affects the entire population. The overweight and obesity levels found in Malta exceed 30% among children aged 7-11. Malta also has the highest prevalence of overweight and obese youths in Europe.
Obesity presents numerous problems for the child. These include high cholesterol and blood pressure levels, which are risk factors for heart disease, high incidence of orthopedic problems, liver disease, and asthma. Apart from this, overweight adolescents have a 70 per cent chance of becoming overweight or obese adults.
To overcome this problem, it's very important to educate the people about obesity and understand the health implications that obesity is placing on our kids. Parents and teachers should monitor physical and eating habits of children, as well as educating them on the benefits of a healthy diet and regular physical activities.
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