# England's obesity rates have doubled since 1993, health data shows

A new analysis finds that obesity rates in England have doubled over the past three decades, now affecting a significantly larger share of the population. Experts attribute the rise to changes in diet, declining physical activity, and the wider food environment. The trend highlights growing public health challenges and increasing pressure on healthcare services.

**Importance:** 4/5

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- [BBC Health](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd0xyl3yp2jo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:38:46 GMT