The prevalence of overweight among women in Italy is forecasted to rise progressively over the next five years. By 2028, it's anticipated that 54.9% of women will be overweight, up from 53.9% in 2024. This marks a year-on-year increase of approximately 0.5%. In 2023, the baseline data indicated a prevalence of around 53.7%, pointing to a growing trend. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over five years is approximately 0.6%.
Future trends to watch for include changes in dietary habits, public health initiatives, and economic conditions, which may influence the prevalence rates. Monitoring socio-cultural factors and lifestyle interventions could be crucial in the coming years to address this rising trend.
