In a list of 30 countries Scotland is on the third rank of having the fattest population which is for sure a thing of concern.

The most debatable question in the Scottish Parliament these days is what the most effective measure to tackle obesity is. The number of plump Scots is increasing day by day, thus, Holyrood is all set to argue the Government’s essential plans to deal with obesity.

Obesity will cost the nation up to £3 billion a year if current trends persists, which would see the number of Scots classed as corpulent doubling to 40% by 2030. Over 25% of the adults, 15% of children were obese in Scotland and
65% of adults and 31% of children were found to be overweight.

Health Minister Shona Robison said, "Obesity is a huge threat to Scotland's future and we are committed to tackling this. No country in the world has successfully addressed obesity - and we want Scotland to be the first”.

The ministers affirmed that they will work with the manufacturers, producers and caterers to reduce portion sizes.

The strategy will aim at including activity to standardize portion sizes in ready to eat meals. If the shops and restaurateurs did not adhere to the health eating agenda, ministers will take serious action against them.

The strategy is titled ‘Preventing Overweight and Obesity in Scotland – A Route Map towards Healthy Weight’, involves a series of radical actions to tackle the obesity. It aims at limiting the number of fast food joints which offer junk food near schools and amusement parks.