Obesity has emerged as one of the most serious public health concerns worldwide, affecting individuals across all age groups and socio-economic backgrounds. The increasing prevalence of obesity is associated with unhealthy dietary habits, sedentary lifestyles, and metabolic disorders. Nutritional interventions have gained considerable attention for obesity management, among which calcium intake has shown promising effects. The present research paper focuses on the role of calcium-rich diets in regulating body weight, lipid metabolism, and fat excretion. The study evaluates the comparative effects of dairy and non-dairy calcium sources on obesity and associated metabolic parameters. Evidence from various studies suggests that adequate calcium intake contributes to a reduction in body fat accumulation, improvement in lipid profile, and enhanced faecal fat excretion. Dairy-based calcium sources appear more effective due to the presence of bioactive compounds that support metabolic functioning. The paper highlights the importance of balanced nutrition, lifestyle modification, and dietary calcium in obesity prevention and management. The study also emphasises the need for nutritional awareness and public health strategies to combat obesity in developing countries like India.
Deepa Singh (2025) studied this question.