New Delhi, Feb. 28 -- AIIMS Delhi Director Dr M Srinivas on Friday emphasised the importance of a balanced diet and reduced oil intake to combat obesity, which affects all organs.

Speaking to ANI, Dr M Srinivas stated, "There is a campaign against obesity and the consumption of oil. India faces both undernutrition in rural areas and obesity in urban areas."

He noted that India faces a dual challenge of undernutrition in rural areas and obesity in urban areas, with malnutrition encompassing both undernutrition and overnutrition.

Additionally, he stressed that obesity affects all organs and is linked to diseases like coronary artery disease and cancer.

"Malnutrition includes both undernutrition and overnutrition. Pregnant mothers face a...