Abdikarim Ali Mohamed

Unraveling the Obesity Epidemic in East Africa and Asia: The Nexus Between Unbalanced Diets and Chronic Diseases

The growing obesity epidemic in East Africa and Asia is a multifaceted challenge that demands a comprehensive examination of its roots, with a particular focus on the intricate relationship between unbalanced diets and chronic diseases. As these regions undergo rapid economic development and urbanization, traditional dietary patterns are giving way to a surge in the consumption of processed foods, high in fats, sugars, and salt. This shift, coupled with sedentary lifestyles, has created a perfect storm for the escalating rates of obesity and associated chronic diseases.