Obesity has become a serious health challenge in many modern and industrialized nations. The main factors are sedentary lifestyles and diets high in processed foods. However, on the other side of the global health spectrum, many developing and less developed countries face a very different struggle: undernutrition and food insecurity. In these regions, being thin is not a lifestyle choice (although there are exceptions).
Being thin may be an unfortunate outcome of poverty, limited access to food, and a lack of dietary diversity. Many individuals are underweight and malnourished simply because they cannot afford or access nutrient-rich foods.
This gallery explores countries with the lowest obesity rates and the reasons for it. Curious which countries made the list? Click on to find out.