One-third of Jordanian students obese
The article focused on the results of the school health survey in Jordan, which showed that 32.9% of students aged 13 to 17 suffer from being overweight or obese, with the obesity rate rising to 12.1%. The study also revealed that the percentage of students engaging in at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily did not exceed 12%, and 31.5% did not participate in school sports classes. In response to these findings, the Ministry of Health aimed to improve the healthy environment in schools by regulating the conditions of school canteens to prevent the sale of unhealthy foods such as chips and sodas, and to enhance oversight of canteens through field committees. Additionally, measures were taken to promote physical activity in schools by activating physical education classes, morning assemblies, and encouraging sports activities, all with the goal of reducing issues related to overweight and obesity among students and improving their overall health.
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