In this piece, we will take a look at the five most obese developed countries in the world. For more countries, head on over to 20 Most Obese Developed Countries in the World.
5. Republic of Malta
Percentage of Obese Adult Males: 30.11%
The Republic of Malta is an island nation in the Mediterranean Sea. The country was formerly a British colony which led it to serve an important role in the second world war. Since it is one of the smallest countries in the world, Malta has a small $29 billion GDP but a high per capita income of $56,338. It also has a diversified economy, that sees it export computer products, aircraft parts, oil, and raw materials.
4. Canada
Percentage of Obese Adult Males: 30.47%
Canada is a prosperous North American country with a large land border with the U.S. Canada is one of the few developed countries in the world which relies on natural resources to earn its export revenue. However, most of its economy is made up of the service sector, and Canada also exports large volumes of car parts, machinery, airplane equipment, and chemicals. The country also has high incomes, with its per capita income being $60,177.
3. Commonwealth of Australia
Percentage of Obese Adult Males: 30.57%
The Commonwealth of Australia is one of the largest countries in the world in terms of landmass. It has vast amounts of natural resources and leads the world in several commodity exports. The Australian economy is worth a whopping $1.7 trillion, and its per capita income stands at $65,366. It is also one of the wealthiest countries in the world, with a high amount of financial and non financial assets per person. At the same time, Australia also has high levels of national debt.
2. New Zealand
Percentage of Obese Adult Males: 31.07%
New Zealand is an island nation in the Pacific Ocean. Despite being the 51st biggest nominal economy in the world (GDP of $242 billion), the country has the 23rd highest per capita income of $47,278. New Zealand is another developed country that relies a lot on primary products for its export revenues, particularly the agricultural sector. At the same time, it is also one of the most environmentally friendly nations in the world when it comes to power generation, with large portions of electricity generated through renewable sources.
1. United States of America
Percentage of Obese Adult Males: 36.47%
The United States of America, or the U.S., is one of the most technologically advanced nations on the planet. It is also the world’s biggest economy in nominal terms, with a GDP of a whopping $26.8 trillion. America is known for having some of the largest fast food companies in the world, such as McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD), and carbonated drink companies such as The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) and PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP).
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