India tackles its growing obesity crisis with new public policies

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India faces a significant obesity crisis, costing the nation billions annually and affecting one in four citizens. The government is implementing policies like a "health cess" on sugary drinks and junk food, alongside initiatives promoting yoga, sports, and healthy eating. These efforts aim to shift obesity from a personal choice to a public policy issue, encouraging healthier lifestyles through regulation and environmental changes.


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