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Many people who attempt to lose weight often succeed at first but end up regaining it, a cycle that leads to frustration and health complications. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Historically, levels of overweight have been higher in more developed nations. They remain high for example in Chile, at 27 percent in the 5-19 age group, and the United States at 21 per cent. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Cats worldwide face a growing obesity problem, with studies showing about 50 per cent are overweight, raising concerns over diet, activity and long-term health. Photo: Edited via Canva

Pickleball is a unique sport that combines elements of ping pong, badminton and tennis. - Photo by Bernama

Addressing childhood obesity is not merely a matter of making changes to diets and lifestyles but requires a comprehensive, cross-sectoral approach, ranging from public health policies to community-level enforcement and awareness. Photo: Edited via Canva

Childhood obesity is far from harmless. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

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

According to a press release dated May 2019 by the United Nations Children’s Fund Malaysia, Malaysians’ consumption of sugary drinks has increased dramatically over the past 15 years, in tandem with rising incomes. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Authors have pointed to the combined impact of diets packed with ultra-processed food, patchy access to medical care, unsafe neighbourhoods and widening economic inequality.(Illustration photo by YASSER AL-ZAYYAT / AFP)