Weight Management Forum at 2026 Shanghai Personal Care Expo: Science, Innovation & Industry Trends

Recent data from the Report on Nutrition and Chronic Diseases of Chinese Residents has drawn widespread public attention: over 50% of Chinese adults are now overweight or obese, with obesity-related chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes increasingly affecting younger age groups.

As a core growth segment in the health consumption sector, the global weight management market is expanding at an annual compound growth rate of 8%, with the Chinese market particularly notable. Driven by Generation Z's growing health awareness and consumption upgrades, demand continues to surge across segments such as healthy foods, smart fitness devices, and personalized weight loss services. This trend is propelling the industry’s shift from single-product offerings toward an integrated service model combining “diet + exercise + technology + healthcare.”

Against the backdrop of the ongoing "Healthy China 2030" initiative, a premier industry event focusing on innovation in weight management is set to take place in Shanghai, injecting new momentum into the national health endeavor. The 2026 Second Shanghai International Personal Care Expo is launching a dedicated “Weight Management” sector, guided by the core concept of "Scientific Weight Management for a Healthier Life," to establish an authoritative platform for industry exchange and public education.

Organized by Shanghai Jianzhi Exhibition Co., Ltd. under the Donghao Lansing Exhibition Group, this “Weight Management” sector will be held from March 18 to 20, 2026, at Hall H1 of the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. Structured around “one conference, one exhibition,” the sector aims to create an ecosystem covering the entire industry chain. On the afternoon of March 18, the Health and Anti-Aging Industry Innovation Conference – Weight Management Forum will be convened by Professor Shi Hongli, Vice President of the Weight and Body Management Branch of the Chinese Association of Plastics and Aesthetics. This forum will gather leading experts in endocrinology, nutrition, exercise science, market analysts, and other industry leaders. Discussions will center on core topics such as “Scientific Lifestyle and Healthy Food,” “Exercise for Fat Loss and Muscle Gain,” and “Clinical Research in Weight Management,” offering in-depth analysis of industry trends and technological innovations while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

Over three days, the Weight Management Exhibition Zone will feature nearly a hundred leading industry companies showcasing products and services across the full industry chain, including healthy foods and supplements, fitness equipment, smart weight management devices, endocrine diagnosis and treatment services, and medical aesthetic weight loss solutions.

The exhibition zone will also include an innovative “Expert Face-to-Face” session, offering free consultations where professional teams provide personalized weight assessments, dietary guidance, and tailored exercise plans, making scientific weight management knowledge accessible to more consumers. The event is expected to attract thousands of professional attendees and general visitors, achieving the dual goals of precise industry matching and public health education.

To amplify its impact, the organizing committee has launched a comprehensive promotional campaign: collaborating with authoritative health media platforms such as Xinhua Net, Toutiao, Sohu, and NetEase for special coverage; leveraging industry association resources to invite potential exhibitors and professional visitors; and engaging renowned KOLs in fitness and nutrition for promotional activities.