Impact of Food Insecurity on Obesity Rates in South Africa

Original Article by Suthentira Govender | TimesLIVE | 6 March 2025

Nearly 70% of obese South African adults live in food-insecure households. Experts call for change to tackle obesity, malnutrition, and rising healthcare costs.

Nearly 70% of obese South African adults live in food-insecure households. Experts call for change to tackle obesity, malnutrition, and rising healthcare costs.

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