More than two thirds of adults in Shropshire are estimated to be overweight or obese, according to new figures.
Fresh figures have shown the number of overweight adults in the county.
Meanwhile Shropshire Council's Assistant Director of Healthy Population, Paula Mawson, said the authority is looking to produce a brand-new 'healthier weight strategy'. In addition, an estimated 32 per cent of adults were obese – an increase from 18.6 per cent seven years prior. "This Government must make it easier, cheaper and more appealing to buy healthier food and drinks, to help turn the tide on obesity."
The charity said there should be"more emphasis on fixing the food environment and making the healthy choice the easy choice". Mrs Noakes, Telford and Wrekin’s Director of Public Health, said the authority was committed to helping people live healthier lives. "Our healthy lifestyle advisors are also on hand to give people confidence, motivation and personalised advice to lose weight – for free.
"Telford's Big Walk week, an event put together by local volunteers and one we support, is due to start at the end of this month.
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