obesity
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Fiji’s obesity crisis deepens as processed foods and inactivity drive rising NCD risk
An alarming rise in obesity is linked to more processed foods and sedentary lifestyles, fueling concerns about non-communicable diseases and childhood obesity. A senior health official urges a return to traditional, locally grown foods and more active daily routines to turn the trend around.
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Fiji’s Obesity Surge: STEPS 2025 Finds Nearly 70% Overweight or Obese
Fiji is grappling with a mounting obesity crisis, with roughly seven in ten adults carrying excess weight. Health leaders warn that without urgent, community-focused action, this trend could drive rising diabetes and heart disease across the country.