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16. The United Arab Emirates

Percentage of Population Considered Obese – 37.20%

Obesity has crept up in the UAE over the last three decades. As a result of the prevalence of obesity, there is a high incidence of type 2 diabetes among its citizens. The country has prospered financially and a large number of expatriates also reside in the UAE, which has lead to a surge in sedentary lifestyles and people suffering from obesity and diabetes.

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