Energy balance
Sedentary lifestyle is a major contributor to the high prevalence of obesity and diabetes in Egypt, particularly among urban populations.
Urban living, especially for high-SES individuals, is associated with high sedentary behavior. This is due to structural factors like high-rise living without elevators and cultural barriers to women's sports participation. To improve health, incorporate more daily movement into your routine, such as taking stairs when possible or engaging in home-based exercises.
Little information is available on physical activity, but it is likely that a large proportion of the population is quite sedentary, particularly in the cities.
Why this rating
Based on estimates from specific studies, not comprehensive national data.
Source
The nutrition transition in Egypt: obesity, undernutrition and the food consumption context
Osman Galal · Public Health Nutrition · 2002
DOI 10.1079/phn2001286
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