October 6, 2008
Bangkok - The department of health urged Thai people to fight against obesity as the number of city people who became obese rose seven times.
The department went ahead campaigning for Thais with no tummy.
The number of obese Thais aged 20-29 years increased 7.5 times, according to the public health ministry.
They became obese due to lack of exercise and stressful work. Many of them did not know they were at risk to develop diabetes, cancer, stroke and high-blood pressure.
Obese people were urged to exercise more and eat more fruit and vegetables.
Only 30% knew they were at disease risk while less than half of this group controlled their behaviors to suit their life.
The department of health has joined ten organizations to campaign for Thais with no tummy in 60 provinces.
It was recommended Thai people should eat at least 400 grams per meal of fruit and vegetables.
They should also avoid fatty, sweet and salty food.
