The forecast for the self-reported overweight or obese population of women in Canada indicates that the percentage stood at 50.5% in 2023. The subsequent forecasted values from 2024 to 2028 show a slight but consistent year-on-year increase in the percentage:
- 2024: 50.9% (+0.4 percentage points)
- 2025: 51.3% (+0.4 percentage points)
- 2026: 51.6% (+0.3 percentage points)
- 2027: 52% (+0.4 percentage points)
- 2028: 52.4% (+0.4 percentage points)
From 2023 to 2028, the self-reported percentage of overweight or obese women is expected to increase at an average annual rate of approximately 0.38%. Key trends to watch for in the future include possible changes in public health policies, the influence of lifestyle and dietary habits, and advancements in healthcare interventions aimed at managing obesity rates.
