The prevalence of overweight children under 5 in Viet Nam has seen a notable increase from 4.6 in 2013 to 8.8 in 2023. While there were fluctuations early on, the upward trend has solidified recently, with a significant rise from 7.1 in 2018 to 8.8 in 2023. This resulted in a 3.53% year-on-year increase in 2023 and a 4.39% CAGR over the past five years.
Future trends to watch for:
- Continued upward trend with a forecasted CAGR of 2.68% from 2024 to 2028.
- The prevalence is expected to reach 10.5 by 2028, reflecting a 5-year growth rate of 14.13%.
