Weight-loss camps in China grow popular amid rising obesity rates, sparking calls for regulation.

Weight-loss camps in China are rising in popularity due to increasing obesity rates, with over half of adults considered overweight. These camps enforce strict exercise routines, mandatory weigh-ins, and surveillance to curb unhealthy eating. While participants, like Yang Chi'ao, report significant weight loss, the camps have faced criticism for potential risks, prompting calls for government regulation. China has initiated a three-year campaign to combat obesity through dietary changes in schools and promoting physical activity.

November 04, 2024
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