Global Perspectives on Obesity and Being Overweight: A Bibliometric Analysis in Relation to Sustainable Development Goals

Natália Ueda Yamaguchi (), Letícia de Almeida, Rúbia Carvalho Gomes Corrêa, Rute Grossi Milani and Mirian Ueda Yamaguchi
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Natália Ueda Yamaguchi: Department of Energy and Sustainability, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Campus Ararangua, Ararangua 88905-120, Brazil
Letícia de Almeida: Center of Biological and Health Sciences, Cesumar University—UNICESUMAR, Maringa 87050-900, Brazil
Rúbia Carvalho Gomes Corrêa: Post-Graduation Program in Clean Technologies, Cesumar Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation, Cesumar University—UNICESUMAR, Maringa 87050-900, Brazil
Rute Grossi Milani: Post-Graduation Program in Health Promotion, Cesumar Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation, Cesumar University—UNICESUMAR, Maringa 87050-900, Brazil
Mirian Ueda Yamaguchi: Post-Graduation Program in Health Promotion, Cesumar Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation, Cesumar University—UNICESUMAR, Maringa 87050-900, Brazil

IJERPH, 2025, vol. 22, issue 2, 1-19

Abstract: Obesity and being overweight are significant risk factors for diseases and disabilities, making it crucial to address malnutrition in all its forms to ensure health and well-being for all, as well as to achieve sustainable development. This study conducted a bibliometric analysis of research on obesity in relation to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) using data from the Web of Science database from 2015 to 2024 and the VOSviewer software. The findings revealed that while research on obesity and SDGs has grown slowly, SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) is predominant in the literature. This study highlighted the fragmentation of research due to the complex, multifactorial nature of obesity, emphasizing the need for a more holistic approach. Furthermore, international collaborations were found to be vital for advancing research and formulating effective public policies. This analysis also identified gaps in the research related to several SDGs, including education (SDG 4), affordable and clean energy (SDG 7), and partnerships (SDG 17), suggesting the need for a broader, more holistic approach. Additionally, emerging research related to SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) underscores the importance of urban environments in tackling obesity. In conclusion, future research should adopt an interdisciplinary approach to address these gaps and contribute to advancing the 2030 Agenda.

Keywords: agenda 2030; bibliometrics; health promotion; nutrition; SDG (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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