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Jordan students see rising obesity rates
The Ministry of Health in Jordan revealed that approximately 33% of students aged 13–17 years suffer from overweight or obesity. The rate of obesity in private schools reaches 42.5%, compared to 30% in public schools. The results of the global student health survey, conducted in partnership with the Ministry of Education and the World Health Organization, indicated that lack of physical activity is a major contributor to the spread of obesity, as only 12% of students engage in more than an hour of activity daily. In response, the ministry has implemented strict measures on school canteens, including banning the sale of chips, soft drinks, and flavored juices. They have also intensified health and environmental supervision of kitchens and bakeries, and prohibited the sale of tobacco near schools, all to ensure an environment that encourages movement and physical activity.
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