Archive · 31 May 2025
Telangana Youth Face Double Malnutrition, Health Risks
A recent study showed that young people in Telangana are facing a tough health situation.
Many are underweight, some are overweight, and they have a higher risk of heart problems.
This is because they are not eating a good variety of foods and are eating too many unhealthy choices.
While young women are showing some improvement, more work needs to be done to address these concerns, with specific attention needed in rural areas.
The study found a link between poor diets, changing lifestyles, and the health problems.
It suggests that we need to improve access to healthier foods and promote physical activity.
Telangana youth face a double burden of malnutrition, with both underweight and overweight conditions.
The study indicates poor dietary diversity, with many relying on grains and carbohydrates.
Cardiovascular risks are higher, particularly among women.
Underweight prevalence is higher in marginalized groups and rural areas; obesity is more common in wealthier, urban areas.
The study tracked youth from 2002-2023, including two cohorts.
- Who
- Young people in Telangana, studied by the Young Lives longitudinal study.
- What
- The study revealed a double burden of malnutrition (underweight and overweight), cardiovascular risks, and varying well-being levels among youth.
- When
- Findings released on Friday, May 30, 2025, based on data from 2002-2023.
- Where
- Telangana, India
- Why
- To assess the health, well-being and nutrition of youth in Telangana.
- Study Release Date
- May 30, 2025
- Younger Cohort Age (2023)
- 22 years
- Older Cohort Age (2016)
- 22 years
- Women at High Cardiovascular Risk
- 22.7%
- Men at High Cardiovascular Risk
- 8.5%
- Younger cohort subjective well-being score
- 5.1/9
- Younger cohort with anxiety or depression
- 15%