Where in the world is obesity most commonly found?

Obesity is a global problem, but it is more common in some regions than others. According to the World Health Organization, the countries with the highest rates of obesity are:

1. Nauru (61.0%)

2. Cook Islands (46.3%)

3. Micronesia, Fed. Sts. (45.8%)

4. Marshall Islands (45.2%)

5. Tonga (44.5%)

6. Palau (42.8%)

7. United States (36.2%)

8. Samoa (35.1%)

9. Tuvalu (34.1%)

10. Kiribati (33.0%)

These countries are all located in the Pacific region, and the high rates of obesity are thought to be due to a combination of factors, including genetics, diet, and lifestyle.