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Is Oil Consumption Really Driving Obesity In India?

PM Narendra Modi, last week, nominated 10 public figures as the ambassadors of his campaign to combat obesity under the Fit <span>India</span> Movement. As <span>World Obesity Day</span> is marked today, the focus worldwide has shifted to helping achieve a healthy weight and reverse this crisis. governement worldwide is encouraging practical solutions to help people to reverse obseity, which is the leading reason behind chronic ilnesses like hypertension, dabetes etc.

<h2>Is Oil Cosumption Driving Obesity In India?</h2>

In the 119th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on February 23, <span>PM Modi</span> addressed the escalating issue of obesity in India, noting that cases have doubled in recent years. This surge in obesity is a significant concern, as it increases the risk of many serious health conditions. Increasing oil consumption is considered to be one of the significant reasons for obesity. To counter the same, PM Modi appealed to the people to pledge to reduce their cooking oil consumption by 10%. He suggested a voluntary initiative where people can not only take this pledge for themselves but also inspire 10 others to do the same. The goal of this program is to create a ripple effect that will spread awareness and lead to actions against obesity and unhealthy dietary habits.

He also nominated 10 prominent figures for this campaign: 

<ul><li>Omar Abdullah: Chief Minister, Jammu and Kashmir</li><li>Nandan Nilekani: Co-founder, Infosys</li><li>Anand Mahindra: Chairman, Mahindra Group</li><li>Manu Bhaker: Olympic medallist shooter</li><li>Mirabai Chanu: Olympic medallist weightlifter</li><li>Mohanlal: Actor and Producer</li><li>R Madhavan: Actor</li><li>Shreya Ghoshal: Singer</li><li>Sudha Murty: Author, Philanthropist, and Rajya Sabha MP</li><li>Dinesh Lal Yadav ‘Nirahua’: Actor and BJP leader</li></ul>

Oil promotes fat gain primarily because it's a concentrated source of calories and fat, and excessive consumption of calories, especially from fats, can lead to weight gain and fat storage. 

<h2>Obesity Rates Tripled Since 1975</h2>According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Obesity rates have nearly tripled since 1975 and have increased almost five times in children and adolescents. It is the main reason behind chronic diseases. People with obesity are constantly shamed and blamed because many - including doctors, policymakers, and others - do not fully understand the root causes of obesity, which are often a complex mixture of dietary, lifestyle, genetic, psychological, sociocultural, economic and environmental factors.

Recently, a study published in Lancet revealed that half the world's obese people live in just 8 countries. The study further said that 2.11 billion adults aged 25 or above and 493 million children and young people aged five to 24 are overweight or obese. That is up from 731 million and 198 million, respectively, in 1990. In 2021, more than half of all adults who were overweight or living with obesity resided in just eight countries.

By 2050, about one-third of the world's children and adolescents are expected to be overweight or obese if current trends continue. This means around 746 million young people (aged 5–24 years) could be affected. Of these, 360 million are predicted to be obese, marking a 120% increase in prevalence.

For younger children (5–14 years), obesity rates are expected to rise from 9.1% in 2030 to 15.6% by 2050, affecting 186 million individuals. Among adolescents (15–24 years), obesity is forecasted to increase from 8.7% in 2030 to 14.2% by 2050, impacting 175 million people.

The rise in obesity is expected to be more significant among children aged 5–14 in regions like Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, and Asia. However, in high-income countries and Latin America, obesity rates in older adolescents (15–24 years) may surpass those in younger children. 

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PM Narendra Modi, last week, nominated 10 public figures as the ambassadors of his campaign to combat obesity under the Fit India Movement. As World Obesity Day is marked today, the focus worldwide has shifted to helping achieve a healthy weight and reverse this crisis. governement worldwide is encouraging practical solutions to help people to reverse obseity, which is the leading reason behind chronic ilnesses like hypertension, dabetes etc.Is Oil Cosumption Driving Obesity In India?In the 119th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on February 23, PM Modi addressed the escalating issue of obesity in India, noting that cases have doubled in recent years. This surge in obesity is a significant concern, as it increases the risk of many serious health conditions. Increasing oil consumption is considered to be one of the significant reasons for obesity. To counter the same, PM Modi appealed to the people to pledge to reduce their cooking oil consumption by 10%. He suggested a voluntary initiative where people can not only take this pledge for themselves but also inspire 10 others to do the same. The goal of this program is to create a ripple effect that will spread awareness and lead to actions against obesity and unhealthy dietary habits.He also nominated 10 prominent figures for this campaign: Omar Abdullah: Chief Minister, Jammu and KashmirNandan Nilekani: Co-founder, InfosysAnand Mahindra: Chairman, Mahindra GroupManu Bhaker: Olympic medallist shooterMirabai Chanu: Olympic medallist weightlifterMohanlal: Actor and ProducerR Madhavan: ActorShreya Ghoshal: SingerSudha Murty: Author, Philanthropist, and Rajya Sabha MPDinesh Lal Yadav ‘Nirahua’: Actor and BJP leaderOil promotes fat gain primarily because it's a concentrated source of calories and fat, and excessive consumption of calories, especially from fats, can lead to weight gain and fat storage. Obesity Rates Tripled Since 1975According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Obesity rates have nearly tripled since 1975 and have increased almost five times in children and adolescents. It is the main reason behind chronic diseases. People with obesity are constantly shamed and blamed because many - including doctors, policymakers, and others - do not fully understand the root causes of obesity, which are often a complex mixture of dietary, lifestyle, genetic, psychological, sociocultural, economic and environmental factors.Recently, a study published in Lancet revealed that half the world's obese people live in just 8 countries. The study further said that 2.11 billion adults aged 25 or above and 493 million children and young people aged five to 24 are overweight or obese. That is up from 731 million and 198 million, respectively, in 1990. In 2021, more than half of all adults who were overweight or living with obesity resided in just eight countries.By 2050, about one-third of the world's children and adolescents are expected to be overweight or obese if current trends continue. This means around 746 million young people (aged 5–24 years) could be affected. Of these, 360 million are predicted to be obese, marking a 120% increase in prevalence.For younger children (5–14 years), obesity rates are expected to rise from 9.1% in 2030 to 15.6% by 2050, affecting 186 million individuals. Among adolescents (15–24 years), obesity is forecasted to increase from 8.7% in 2030 to 14.2% by 2050, impacting 175 million people.The rise in obesity is expected to be more significant among children aged 5–14 in regions like Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, and Asia. However, in high-income countries and Latin America, obesity rates in older adolescents (15–24 years) may surpass those in younger children. 

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