NFHS-5: Indians are getting fatter – and it’s a big problem
Obesity is spreading rapidly and experts warn of a health emergency unless it’s tackled urgently. …
BMI, which is calculated by taking an individual’s height and weight into account, is the most accepted measure globally to classify people into “normal”, “overweight”, “obese” and “morbidly obese”. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a BMI of 25 or above is considered overweight.