30 Most Obese Countries In The World in 2018: Biggest Anti-Obesity Drug Markets

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14. Cook Islands

Percentage of Population Considered Obese – 50.80%

With reasons ranging from physiological to lifestyle and people’s habits, more than 50% of the Cook Islands’ population is suffering from obesity. A rise in the tourism industry has also led people to flock towards chips and soft drinks rather than fresh fruits and veggies. In order to curb sugar intake, the Cook Islands has raised duties on the sugar in imported drinks.

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