WHO: Europe is Living an Obesity 'Epidemic'

Published MAY 3 2022·Updated DEC 24 2022

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The Spin

Narrative A

Obesity is an ongoing problem that knows no borders and must be addressed. No single intervention will halt this growing epidemic; it must be tackled with a multifaceted approach.

Brusselstimes

Narrative B

While obesity is a problem, the bigger issue at hand is fat-shaming. Weight stigma actually contributes to unhealthy eating behaviors, lower physical activity, and weight gain. Stigma is an enemy to health and needs to be taken more seriously.

CNN