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Mar 4, 2023, 5 tweets

Today is #WorldObesityDay!

#Obesity is a disease impacting most body systems.

It affects:
๐Ÿ”ธ the heart
๐Ÿ”ธ the liver
๐Ÿ”ธ the kidneys
๐Ÿ”ธ the joints
๐Ÿ”ธ the reproductive system

More info:
๐Ÿ‘‰ bit.ly/3xWvJZm

Overweight & #obesity are major risk factors for a number of chronic diseases, including:
๐Ÿšจ type 2 #diabetes
๐Ÿšจ cardiovascular diseases
๐Ÿšจ cancer
๐Ÿšจ hypertension
๐Ÿšจ stroke
๐Ÿšจ mental health issues

๐Ÿ‘‰ bit.ly/3xWvJZm

#WorldObesityDay

It's #WorldObesityDay

The key to preventing #obesity is to ACT early:
โœ… Good nutrition in pregnancy,
โœ… followed by exclusive breastfeeding until the age of 6 months
โœ… continued breastfeeding until 2 years & beyond.

๐Ÿ‘‰bit.ly/32lX9Gy

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
โœ…restricting the marketing of unhealthy food
โœ…taxing sugary drinks
โœ…providing access to affordable/healthy food
โœ…making space for safe physical activity
โœ…promoting healthy habits for all

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