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Over 40% of working Thais are overweight and risk of developing associated diseases

13 Sept 11:55 Key points summarised by AI

A survey reveals 42.4% of working Thais (aged 15+) are overweight, increasing their risk of non-communicable diseases.
Key factors contributing to this trend include frequent consumption of fast food, insufficient exercise, and socialising in eateries.
The average BMI for working males is 24.2 and 25.2 for females, both considered higher than normal, with a significant portion also having belly fat.
Health officials recommend working Thais engage in 30 minutes of daily exercise, aim for 7-9 hours of sleep, and regularly monitor their weight and waist size to mitigate health risks.

Today 09:24 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand secured a US$200 million loan from the World Bank to significantly invest in clean energy and low-carbon urban development initiatives.
The program aims to drive clean energy funding and low-carbon growth, ensuring a just transition for small and medium-sized enterprises, workers, farmers, and local communities.
Channelled through the Export-Import Bank of Thailand, the loan will fund energy efficiency upgrades in public buildings and industrial areas, including rooftop solar installations and electrical system modernizations, reducing initial capital burdens via Energy Service Companies (ESCOs).