Obesity in Korea, North

조선민주주의인민공화국 North Korea
Flag Coat of arms of North Korea Coat of arms
Capital	Pyongyang
Area
• Total	120,540 km2 (46,540 sq mi)
GDP (PPP)	estimate
• Total	$40 billion (2015 estimate)
• Per capita	$1,700 (2015 estimate)
HDI	0.733 (2018)
Currency	North Korean won
Time zone	Korea Standard Time
Calling code	+850
Internet TLD	.kp

North Korea, officially known as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country located in East and Southeast Asia. It is bordered by China to the north and South Korea to the south. The country's capital and largest city is Pyongyang.

In 2016, North Korea had an adult obesity rate of 6.8%, ranking it 163rd globally. This is relatively low compared to other countries, particularly those in the Western world. However, it is worth noting that data from North Korea can be unreliable due to the secretive nature of the regime.

Despite the low obesity rate, North Korea faces significant health challenges. The country has a lack of adequate healthcare facilities and resources, which can make it difficult for individuals to maintain a healthy weight or lose weight if necessary.

One of the well-known healthcare facilities in North Korea is the Pyongyang Friendship Hospital. This hospital is one of the few in the country that is equipped to deal with a range of health issues, including obesity. However, access to such facilities is often limited to the elite.