General · 25 June 2026
England sees fastest obesity rise in 20s, 30s adults.
New obesity diagnoses are increasing most rapidly in younger adults in England, especially those in their 20s and 30s. Experts are worried because obesity increases the risk of serious illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Researchers suggest factors include growing up surrounded by unhealthy food and the impact of the pandemic and cost of living crisis.
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