Obesity has overtaken undernourishment to become the leading form of malnutrition among children and teenagers globally, with nearly 10% of those aged 5 to 19 classified as obese, according to a UNICEF report. The rise is attributed to the prevalence of ultra-processed foods and unethical marketing practices, prompting UNICEF to call for government action to address this public health crisis.
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