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Update Date: 2009/11/29 11:22 Life Center / Comprehensive Report
The latest survey on national nutrition reveals that over the past decade, nearly one in two Taiwanese men is overweight, with obesity rates soaring to 60% among those under 65—a sharper increase compared to women. Additionally, due to a fear of tanning, many women avoid sun exposure, leading to vitamin D deficiency and an increased risk of osteoporosis.
With changes in lifestyle and dietary habits, metabolic syndrome is trending younger in Taiwan. Research commissioned by the Department of Health and conducted by Academia Sinica found that, compared to 12 years ago, obesity rates among adults aged 18 and above have surged, particularly among men. The prevalence of overweight and obesity in men rose from 33.4% a decade ago to 50.8%, while women saw an increase from 31.7% to 36.9%.
Metabolic syndrome is a modern health issue, and health authorities have defined its criteria: waist circumference exceeding 90 cm for men and 80 cm for women; triglycerides above 150 mg/dl; HDL cholesterol below 40 mg/dl for men and 50 mg/dl for women; blood pressure at or above 130/85 mmHg; and fasting blood glucose at or above 110 mg/dl. Research also indicates that four of the top ten causes of death in Taiwan—cerebrovascular disease, heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension—are linked to metabolic syndrome.
The study found that obesity and metabolic syndrome rates remain highest in mountainous regions, with sharp increases in Hakka, central, and southern areas, while eastern and northern regions show slower growth. Women generally exhibit better dietary habits than men. However, a survey on vitamin D nutrition found that teenage girls aged 13 to 15 suffer the most severe deficiency, likely due to sun avoidance to prevent tanning, indirectly lowering their vitamin D levels.
Adjusting dietary habits is the most direct and effective way to improve health. A balanced diet, avoiding additives and spoiled foods, reducing meat intake, and increasing consumption of vegetables and fruits can support proper metabolic function.
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Taiwan: 60% Men Overweight, Women Lack Vitamin D Due to Sun Avoidance
The latest survey on national nutrition reveals that over the past decade, nearly one in two Taiwanese men is overweight, with obesity rates soaring to 60% among those under 65—a sharper increase compared to women. Additionally, due to a fear of tanning, many women avoid sun exposure, leading to vitamin D deficiency and an increased risk of osteoporosis.
With changes in lifestyle and dietary habits, metabolic syndrome is trending younger in Taiwan. Research commissioned by the Department of Health and conducted by Academia Sinica found that, compared to 12 years ago, obesity rates among adults aged 18 and above have surged, particularly among men. The prevalence of overweight and obesity in men rose from 33.4% a decade ago to 50.8%, while women saw an increase from 31.7% to 36.9%.
Metabolic syndrome is a modern health issue, and health authorities have defined its criteria: waist circumference exceeding 90 cm for men and 80 cm for women; triglycerides above 150 mg/dl; HDL cholesterol below 40 mg/dl for men and 50 mg/dl for women; blood pressure at or above 130/85 mmHg; and fasting blood glucose at or above 110 mg/dl. Research also indicates that four of the top ten causes of death in Taiwan—cerebrovascular disease, heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension—are linked to metabolic syndrome.
The study found that obesity and metabolic syndrome rates remain highest in mountainous regions, with sharp increases in Hakka, central, and southern areas, while eastern and northern regions show slower growth. Women generally exhibit better dietary habits than men. However, a survey on vitamin D nutrition found that teenage girls aged 13 to 15 suffer the most severe deficiency, likely due to sun avoidance to prevent tanning, indirectly lowering their vitamin D levels.
Adjusting dietary habits is the most direct and effective way to improve health. A balanced diet, avoiding additives and spoiled foods, reducing meat intake, and increasing consumption of vegetables and fruits can support proper metabolic function.
Source: http:/ / tw. news. yahoo. com/ art……url/ d/ a/ 091129/ 17/ 1vw3c. html