The Expanding Waistline: Obesity, A Major Concern in India, Now

Abstract

Obesity has become a pressing health issue in India, shifting from being primarily a Western concern to a widespread national challenge. The Indian Practitioner sought expert opinions on key aspects of obesity - including its diagnosis, rising prevalence, associated co-morbidities, and the latest treatment advancements. Dr. Anoop Misra, Chairman of the Fortis - CDOC Center of Excellence for Diabetes, Metabolic Diseases, and Endocrinology has provided his views on obesity and its management, reproduced below: