Overweight and Obesity in Adolescents in Kyrgyzstan: The Impact of Lifestyle, Nutrition, and Physical Activity: A Narrative Review
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Saltanat Abazbekova
,
Tursun Mamyrbaeva
,
Aida Anarbaeva
,
Gulshara Myrzabekova
,
Asylkan Moldobaeva
Abstract
This review examined the prevalence and possible causes of overweight and obesity among adolescents in Kyrgyzstan. According to a national survey in Kyrgyzstan, the prevalence of overweight among adolescent girls is classified as “high” according to the WHO thresholds (14.5 %). The prevalence of overweight shows a slight upward trend with age and is classified as “very high” among adolescents aged 16-18 years (20.8 %). The review explores dietary habits, physical activity, socioeconomic consequences, and the impact of advertising unhealthy products.
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Abazbekova S, Mamyrbaeva T, Anarbaeva A, Myrzabekova G, Moldobaeva A. Overweight and Obesity in Adolescents in Kyrgyzstan: The Impact of Lifestyle, Nutrition, and Physical Activity: A Narrative Review. Iran J Public Health. 2025;54(5):899-905.
