04/03/2024
Today, Mon Mar 4th, 2024 is World Obesity Day, dedicated annually to driving global efforts towards reduction, prevention and treatment or management of obesity. Data from reputable sources indicate that 1.9 Bilion people around the world will be living with obesity in 2035. It also shows that childhood obesity is expected to increase by 100% between 2020 and 2035. According to WHO, World Obesity Day is a unified day of action that calls for a cohesive, cross-sector response to the obesity crisis, theming the 2024 year's campaign as 'Let's Talk About Obesity And...'. This clearly attests to the fact that there cannot be one universal strategy for every person as a solution to the global issue of Obesity.
Obesity can be described as a Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) where one has an excess amount of body fat, often resulting from consuming more calories than the body needs and not getting enough physical activity. It is more than simply being a few pounds overweight, but it is the point where this presents a risk factor to health. NCDs are chronic health conditions that progress over time and are not directly transmitted from person to person, or by infectious agents, like communicable diseases.
What then can we do on World Obesity Day and beyond as individual and collective responsibilities? As per this year's theme, we should be talking about Obesity aimed at sharing cross-cutting knowledge and creating awareness.
The conversation can begin from making healthy choices as a way to dealing with Obesity. With the acceptance that maintaining a healthy weight can be a challenge to many of us, a balanced diet and regular physical activity can improve physical health and overall wellness. A balanced diet is aimed at control of calories intake, creating nutrient variety, portion control, limiting sugars and processed foods while emphasizing intake of whole foods. While not directly related to diet, maintaining a balanced lifestyle includes regular physical activity. Regular Physical Activity supports overall health, aids in fat weight management, and can complement a balanced diet.
Initiating a workplace wellness program conversation on World Obesity Day is crucial for promoting employee health. Such initiatives address the importance of fostering a supportive work environment, encouraging physical activity, and providing nutritional resources to combat obesity. There are long-term benefits for both employees and the company in terms of increased productivity and reduced healthcare costs.
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