2022---nearly-one-in-two-french-people-are-overweight--obesity-on-the-rise «2027»

: The sharpest increase is among young adults aged 18 to 24, where obesity rates have quadrupled since the late 1990s.

: An increase in remote work and digital leisure activities has led to most French adults spending more than seven hours a day sitting . National Response : The sharpest increase is among young adults

The prevalence of overweight and obesity in France reached a critical milestone in 2022, with —nearly one in two people—now classified as overweight . While France historically maintained lower rates than many Western neighbors, recent data reveals a steady upward trend that has public health officials concerned. Current Statistics and Trends : The sharpest increase is among young adults