Review on Epidemic of Obesity

摘要: There has been a growing concern about obesity worldwide. We performed review on the prevalence and trends of among adults children. reviewed data adult being overweight from Global Database Body Mass Index World Health Organisation (WHO) Website children International Obesity Task Force website. Various databases were also searched for relevant reviews these include PubMed, EMBASE, NHS CRD Cochrane. The is high in many parts world. Generally, there an increasing trend with age. peak reached at around 50 to 60 years old most developed countries earlier 40 developing countries. major health concern. Appropriate strategies need be adopted tackle which itself brings significant disability premature deaths. Further observation may needed see if abates or increases near future.