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Is obesity a problem in New Zealand?
New Zealand has the third highest adult obesity rate in the OECD, and our rates continue to increase. One in three adult New Zealanders (over 15 years) is classified as obese, and one in ten children. For the most recent obesity figures for adults and children in New Zealand see the Obesity data and stats section.
How does obesity affect NZ society?
Māori and Pacific peoples are disproportionately affected by obesity in New Zealand. As obesity increases the likelihood of developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD), it is critical to address weight issues early, well before CVD risk assessments begin.
How to get permanent residency in New Zealand?
Requirements to obtain a permanent residence visa
- hold or have held a resident visa in the last three months.
- hold, or have held that resident visa for at least two years continuously.
- be of good character.
- have met any conditions that the resident visa was subject to.
Why are people in NZ obese?
Most experts now believe that the obesity epidemic is caused by our modern lifestyle, which promotes overeating and drinking and limits opportunities for physical activity.
What is the main cause of obesity in NZ?
Rates of obesity are higher in Māori and Pacific Islanders. Obesity is typically caused by an imbalance between the energy taken in through food and the energy burned off through physical activity, ie, eating too much and moving too little.
What percentage of NZ is overweight?
Adult obesity statistics The New Zealand Health Survey 2019/20 found that: around 1 in 3 adults (aged 15 years and over) were obese (30.9\%) the prevalence of obesity among adults differed by ethnicity, with 63.4\% of Pacific, 47.9\% of Māori, 29.3\% of European/Other and 15.9\% of Asian adults obese.
What is New Zealand ranked in obesity?
Ranking (\% obesity by country)
| # | Country | \% obesity |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | New Zealand | 31.07 |
| 19 | Australia | 30.57 |
| 20 | Canada | 30.47 |
| 21 | Malta | 30.11 |