Today is #WorldObesityDay!
#Obesity is a disease impacting most body systems.
It affects:
๐ธ the heart
๐ธ the liver
๐ธ the kidneys
๐ธ the joints
๐ธ the reproductive system
More info:
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Overweight & #obesity are major risk factors for a number of chronic diseases, including:
๐จ type 2 #diabetes
๐จ cardiovascular diseases
๐จ cancer
๐จ hypertension
๐จ stroke
๐จ mental health issues
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#WorldObesityDay
It's #WorldObesityDay
The key to preventing #obesity is to ACT early:
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Good nutrition in pregnancy,
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followed by exclusive breastfeeding until the age of 6 months
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continued breastfeeding until 2 years & beyond.
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Good nutrition is not just our choice, it is also determined by the societies in which we live. Consider this: Healthier options may be less accessible, and less affordable. They may not be marketed.
Obesity is complex.
Yet, we can tackle it holistically.
To prevent #obesity, countries need to create a better food environment by
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restricting the marketing of unhealthy food
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taxing sugary drinks
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providing access to affordable/healthy food
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making space for safe physical activity
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promoting healthy habits for all
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