The graphs below summarise the results of a survey carried out by the Department of Health about the overweight population in Britain with projections. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

The bar charts illustrate the estimated number of obese adults and children in the UK in 2003 and 2010. Overall, obesity levels increased in all groups over the period. Adults recorded higher figures than children, and men and boys showed slightly higher numbers than women and girls. In terms of adults, the number of obese […]

The bar charts illustrate the estimated number of obese adults and children in the UK in 2003, with projections for 2010. The first graph presents data for men and women aged 16 and over, while the second focuses on children aged 2 to 15, divided into boys and girls. Overall, all groups are expected to […]

The bar graphs compare the number of people suffering from overweight, divided by age and gender categories in the UK between 2003 and 2010. Overall, the number obese men and women increased, albeit in various degress. Similarly, the number of children with obesity problems experienced upward trends, regardless of their gender. It is also clear […]

The graphs illustrates the finding of a survey operated by the Department of Health about Britain’s obese population in respect of age and gender with forecasts. Overall, there are two trends. The first is the number of overweight people of all genders and ages is expected to rise. The other is significant future growths in […]