But is this enough? Should more be done to combat the obesity epidemic in the country?
According to Dr. Sachdev, “The responsibility to reduce it depends on both the society and the individual.”
he suggests that health education awareness Should be done on a large scale, warning labels should be placed on ultra-processed food and physical activity should be encouraged among people.
There are other policy measures that can be brought in:
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Train health care professionals to recognize early symptoms
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Personalize support and create incentives for obese individuals to choose healthy lifestyles
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reduce taxes on organic foods
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Create a system where people are periodically screened for obesity
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