Prison bosses have increased orders for extra-large clothing to battle an obesity crisis among inmates. Stock image

Prison bosses have increased orders for extra-large clothing to battle an obesity crisis among inmates. 

Last year, prison chiefs asked for https://58win.fitness 27,400 pairs of XL-sized joggers for overweight prisoners — and three pairs had a 72 inch waste. 

A further 2,540 pairs of extra-large kitchen trousers were also manufactured for inmates working inside prison canteens. 

The Ministry of Justice also revealed 21 pairs of '5XL' boxer shorts - to fit waists of up to 58in - were also ordered. 

Serving prisoners manufacture the clothing which means there is no further cost to the taxpayer.

However, the NHS has to provide health experts to advise obese inmates. 

In Keighley, West Yorkshire, Airedale NHS Trust provides dietitians who offer weight-loss tips to prisoners over video link at 20 jails. 




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The obesity epidemic has been blamed by experts on prison food, lack of proper exercise and boredom. 

With some staying in the cells for up to 22 hours a day, many prisoners order chocolate and other unhealthy snacks from the canteen which can lead to conditions such as diabetes.