Is obesity a problem in Egypt?

The estimated annual deaths due to obesity was about 115 thousand (19.08% of the total estimated deaths in 2020). DALYs attributable to obesity may have reached 4 million in 2020. The economic burden imposed by obesity is around 62 Billion Egyptian pounds annually.



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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Egypt ranks 18th with the highest prevalence of obesity worldwide (3). Deaths attributable to non-communicable diseases represent about 71% of the total mortality burden (4).

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Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, and chronic respiratory diseases, are currently the leading national cause of death in Egypt. NCDs are estimated to account for 82% of all deaths in Egypt and 67% of premature deaths.

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According to the CIA World Factbook, the four most common diseases in Egypt are bacterial diarrhea, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and schistosomiasis. People in the country are at intermediate risk for contracting these illnesses.

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As a predominantly Muslim country, Egypt gives alcohol a low profile. Public drunkenness is unacceptable, and sale of alcohol is prohibited on the Prophet Mohammed's birthday and – except for a few places serving tourists – during the month of Ramadan.

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Food in Egypt
  • Fatteh. This Arabic dish has its origins in Ancient Egypt. ...
  • Kofta. These balls of minced beef or lamb are very typical in Arab countries. ...
  • Kebab. Very popular in the countries of the Middle East, the kebab is composed of lamb or chicken meat. ...
  • Kushari. ...
  • Baklava. ...
  • Stuffed pigeon. ...
  • Bamia. ...
  • Mashi.


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