A qualitative study exploring key informant perspectives on obesity prevention efforts in France
Authors' conclusion
Stakeholders believed that adherence to French eating culture, as well as several nutrition policies, has contributed to the relative success of France in mitigating the increase in obesity rates, at least in certain subgroups of the population. However, they suggest that there is still much progress to be made, given rising obesity rates driven by social disparities.
Study context
- Population
- Stakeholders with expertise and involvement in obesity clinical management, research, or policy in France
- Participants
- 15 stakeholders
- Outcome
- Key informant perspectives on obesity prevention in France
Methodological detailssemi-structured interviews, inductive thematic analysis
- Semi-structured interviews
- Inductive thematic analysis
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
- Obesity perceived as a growing public health concern despite lower prevalence, particularly among disadvantaged groups
- Perceived beneficial factors: nutrition policies (PNNS, Nutri-Score front-of-package labeling, physical activity prescription, school meals) and traditional French eating culture (structured, seated meals associated with sharing)
- Perceived barriers to further reducing obesity: strong food industry lobbying, non-mandatory policies, limited political will
Original publication
A qualitative study exploring key informant perspectives on obesity prevention efforts in France. Int J Obes (Lond). Published 3 April 2026. doi:10.
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