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A map displays projected changes in adult obesity rates across Europe. The global research teams categorised adults as being 25 or older, and children and young people as those aged 5 to 24.

Despite overall lower obesity rates than the U.S., the problem is growing. Many European countries report obesity rates approaching 20 percent or more, particularly in Eastern and Northern Europe.