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Childhood obesity has become a global health crisis, with poor dietary habits and sedentary lifestyles, fuelled by screen time and lack of physical activity, contributing to this "epidemic”. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Aiman displays the prize he received after securing first place in the weight loss programme. - PHOTO: SINAR/ADILA SHARINNI WAHID

Introduced at HRPB in April last year, the SADI-S procedure has shown promising results, combining the benefits of sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass to deliver sustained weight loss and remission of obesity-related conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, with minimal side effects.

China has witnessed increasing public awareness of weight control, with 70 per cent of its people hoping to lose weight and more than 60 per cent willing to spend time and effort on achieving this goal. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

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Bariatric surgery being performed on a patient. Photo: Nik Ritza Kosai

High-calorie foods do not provide complete nutrients and can also make one feel thirsty more quickly while fasting. - Photo for illustration purpose only/Bernama photo

Malaysia faces a growing challenge in addressing obesity and its related complications, ranging from diabetes to cardiovascular diseases, and even its implications on mental health. Photo: Canva

The common practice of indulging in sugary drinks, kuih and other festive treats can trigger a rapid spike in blood sugar levels, followed by a sharp decline, leading to sluggishness and fatigue. Photo: Canva

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