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Social determinants, including socioeconomic status, education, and access to healthcare, play a significant role in obesity prevalence. Individuals from lower-income backgrounds often face challenges such as limited access to nutritious foods, unsafe neighborhoods for physical activity, and fewer healthcare resources to manage obesity. Education also influences awareness of healthy lifestyle choices, where lack of knowledge can contribute to poor dietary habits and sedentary behavior. Furthermore, environmental factors such as food deserts and urbanization exacerbate the problem, creating barriers to healthy living. To reduce obesity rates, addressing these social inequalities through policy changes and targeted public health interventions is crucial. Empowering communities with resources, education, and support can help individuals make healthier choices, promoting better weight management outcomes and reducing obesity-related health disparities.
