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Obesity Surge in Lucknow: Health Crisis Looms
4 Oct
Summary
- One in three Lucknow women aged 15-49 are overweight or obese.
- Obesity rates in Lucknow exceed state average, fueling disease risks.
- Underweight and obesity coexist, creating a double malnutrition burden.
In Lucknow, a significant health concern has emerged as one in three women between the ages of 15 and 49 are now classified as overweight or obese. This proportion, reaching 37.8% in the 2023-24 period according to the National Family Health Survey-6, surpasses the state average and highlights a growing urban health issue.
Health experts attribute this rise to reduced physical activity, increased consumption of calorie-dense foods, and greater screen time. The trend is strongly linked to a potential increase in diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases in the coming years. This situation is compounded by a simultaneous rise in underweight women, creating a "double burden of malnutrition" within the same population.
Addressing this complex challenge requires a multi-faceted approach. Experts emphasize the need for enhanced nutrition awareness programs, promotion of regular physical activity, improved access to nutritious food options, and consistent health screenings for lifestyle-related diseases. These interventions are crucial to mitigate the long-term health consequences for women in Lucknow.
