Why are Indians getting fatter?

The fatal Delhi gang rape in 2012, also known as the Nirbhaya case, is seen as a watershed moment in India’s efforts to tackle sexual violence against women. The case had sparked massive protests and led to tougher anti-rape laws. Conversations around rape, often regarded as tabo ...  Show more

India is a cricket-loving nation, with the sport played all over the country - from grassroots gully (street) cricket to domestic, national and international leagues. The Board of Control for Cricket in India is the world’s richest cricket governing body, with a net worth of arou ...  Show more

In today’s episode for 6th March 2024, we explain why India’s obesity rates are rising and the problems associated with it.

Over 1 billion people worldwide are obese, according to the World Health Organization. If current trends continue, half the world could be obese or overweight by 2035. The WHO refers to it as an epidemic. Recent data shows that over 40% of Americans are living with obesity. But o ...  Show more

A global study has found that more than one billion people now living with obesity worldwide. In Ireland almost 60% of adults are obese or overweight. Alison Curtis was joined by Professor Donal O’Shea, HSE Clinical Lead for Obesity and other listeners to discuss... 

Childhood obesity has reached epidemic rates in this country. What are the causes and what can we do about it? Listen this week as Cassie Weness and Kate Crosby discuss this problem.