One-third of students face obesity
The results of the health survey in Jordan revealed that 32.9% of students aged 13 to 17 suffer from overweight or obesity, with a obesity rate of 12.1%. Less than 12% of them engage in physical activity for more than 60 minutes daily. The study also showed that the percentage of overweight students in public schools reaches 30.3%, while in private schools it is 42.5%. In response to these findings, the Ministry of Health has taken measures to promote a healthy environment in schools by regulating the conditions for school canteens, including banning the sale of unhealthy foods such as chips, soft drinks, and energy drinks, and enhancing monitoring through specialized committees. The ministry has also called for increasing physical activity by ensuring that schools hold physical education classes, encouraging students to participate in sports activities, and raising awareness among students about the importance of physical activity and its health benefits. These efforts aim to reduce obesity factors and improve overall health.
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