'Fattest in SEA' Malaysians urged not to overindulge to fight obesity


Dr Lee Boon Chye (in black) visiting a physio-therapy room at Alor Gajah Hospital.

MELAKA: More needs to be done if Malaysians are really serious about getting rid of its title as the fattest in South-East Asia.

Deputy Health Minister Dr Lee Boon Chye said besides exercising regularly, Malaysians must drastically change their diet pattern in order to stay healthy.

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