Data from The Global Obesity Observatory supports the claim, finding that 43% of Americans are considered obese, a percentage exponentially higher than the modest 4.5% for their Japanese ...

The obesity rate in the U.S. is about 10 times higher than in Japan, another wealthy developed nation. As part of NPR's series Living Better, we look into why that's the case.

The 2022 survey found that 31.7% of men age 20 and older had a body mass index, or BMI, of 25 or higher, which indicates obesity by Japanese standards. Although the obesity rate was down 1.3 ...

Japan has an exceptional longevity. A healthy diet, active lifestyle, low obesity rates, and wellness habits like interval walking, vinegar before meals, and mindful eating contribute to their ...

Japan’s Low Obesity Rates: Insights and Lessons for Global Health The global prevalence of obesity continues to rise, with over 2,000,000,000 people worldwide described as overweight or obese by ...

Its obesity rate is currently the lowest level in the rich world. As I traveled across the country, I began to see what you gain if you live in the Japanese style.

A nationwide study from Japan spanning a 14-year study period has revealed an increasing trend of overweight and obesity in patients with incident end-stage kidney disease (ESKD).

Across the globe, more than 1 billion people are considered obese by current medical standards. While the United States doesn’t quiet crack the top 10 list of most obese nations, ...