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The relationship between obesity and Senegal is established through epidemiological studies comparing obesity prevalence in the Ferlo region to other areas [1], [2], and research by Macia et al. (2017) examining body size perceptions and obesity trends across urban and rural Senegal [3].
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measurementThe prevalence of diabetes and obesity is higher in French Guiana and Guadeloupe compared to northern Portugal and the Ferlo region of Senegal, and these rates are among the highest in all of France.
claimThe Ferlo region in Senegal has a low prevalence of diabetes and obesity, suggesting it has not yet transitioned into a dietary pattern favorable for the development of chronic diseases.
referenceMacia et al. (2017) studied the prevalence of obesity and body size perceptions in urban and rural Senegal, providing insights into the epidemiological transition in West Africa.