Obesity has become one of the major health problems and social burdens in Europe

Obesity has become one of the major health problems and social burdens in Europe. Almost half the population in Europe is overweight, and 10% to 20% of men are obese. ---Martin Fred, a professor at Charlie University in Prague.

 

The obesity problem among children in Hongkong is becoming more and more serious. The obesity rate of children has reached 18.4%, becoming the top of East Asia. It is expected to surpass Britain in the near future, and the ratio will be more than 20% after two years. --Liu Yongsong, associate professor of Department of physical education, Hong Kong Baptist University.