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In the Greek adult population, the combined prevalence of overweight and obesity is approximately 47.5%, with significant gender and age-related variations where males exhibit higher overweight prevalence and obesity rates increase with age.
This survey indicates that nearly half of Greek adults are overweight or obese, with men carrying more excess weight and risk increasing as you age. This isn't just an individual issue but a population-wide trend driven by diet and activity levels. Focus on sustainable dietary changes and regular physical activity, as these are modifiable factors, regardless of how common they are in your social circle.
A total prevalence of 47.5% of the adult population was overweight (32%) and obese (15.5%), with the prevalence increasing with age in both genders. A significant body weight status difference was found in each age group, with males having a higher prevalence of overweight compared to females (p < 0.001) in all age groups.
Why this rating
Large, nationally representative cross-sectional sample (N=4574) with objective anthropometric measurements, though it is observational and cross-sectional.
Source
Aims, design and preliminary findings of the Hellenic National Nutrition and Health Survey (HNNHS)
HNNHS Contributors et al. · BMC Medical Research Methodology · 2019
DOI 10.1186/s12874-018-0655-y
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