Background: Overweight and obesity is a major global problem and various medical conditions have been associated with overweight and obesity such as knees osteoarthritis, heart diseases including high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke. Obesity is also associated with unhealthy dietary intake and lack of physical activity.

Objectives The objective of this survey was to find out the frequency of overweight and obesity among housewives related to inadequate and unhealthy dietary intake.

Method and Materials.  62 housewives were participated in this cross-section design study and conducted in a private sector hospital, Karachi. Body Mass Index (BMI) was taken using weighing machine (Camry Company) and height measured using a standard measuring tape. A structural interview questionnaire Performa was devised to capture information’s about demographic profile and specific questions related to meals habit and unhealthy dietary intake.

Results Large percentages of housewives were obese (51.61%) and unhealthy dietary intakes was observed among housewives with consumption of red meat, sweat dishes, snacks between meals, carbonated/soft drinks and junk foods on regular basis.

Conclusion:  The study findings revealed that obesity is a major problem among housewives with inadequate and unhealthy dietary intake appeared   common in this study population.

Keywords: Overweight, Obesity, Housewives, unhealthy diet and Physiotherapy