The Obesity Timebomb: A Crisis of Convenience and Complacency Obesity rates in England have doubled since 1993, with over 14 million adults now classified as obese.
This crisis affects not only public health but also society as a whole, requiring more than just patchwork solutions or quick fixes. Changes in eating habits and food prices are key factors behind the alarming trend.
The proliferation of fast food outlets, home delivery services, and the decline of traditional manufacturing work have created an environment where sedentary office jobs dominate and physical activity is increasingly squeezed out.