Epidemiological Status and Harms of Simple Obesity
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Simple Obesity, Epidemiology, Health Risks, Social Burden, Childhood ObesityAbstract
In recent years, simple obesity, a chronic metabolic disease caused by an imbalance between energy intake and expenditure, has shown a significant upward trend globally, particularly among children and adolescents, where its prevalence is rapidly increasing. Based on multiple epidemiological studies from both domestic and international sources, this paper reviews the changes in the incidence of simple obesity, gender and age distribution characteristics, urban-rural and regional disparities, and influencing factors. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the profound health and social system impacts of simple obesity. Research indicates that simple obesity not only significantly increases the risk of metabolic diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and psychological disorders, but also exerts multifaceted pressure on public healthcare resources, the quality of the labor force, and the socio-economic structure. To curb its growing prevalence, it is essential to strengthen population monitoring and health education, promote multi-departmental intervention, and establish a life-cycle prevention and control system.
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