Countries with the lowest obesity rates and what the world can learn from them
Published on: May 11, 2026, 12:39 a.m. | Source: Times of India
At a time when obesity has become one of the world’s biggest health concerns, a few countries still report remarkably low obesity rates. According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Obesity Federation, nations such as Vietnam, Japan, and Ethiopia continue to maintain some of the leanest populations globally. But the reason is not simply “healthy eating.” It is deeply tied to culture, movement, food systems, urban design, and even family habits.
