Poor diet, sedentary habits contribute to rising metabolic disorders among young people, says expert
Health experts from the ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition warn that poor diets and sedentary lifestyles are causing metabolic disorders in younger populations. They recommend prioritizing nutrient-rich foods and reducing screen time to mitigate these health risks.
Why it matters
Rising metabolic disorders in youth pose a long-term public health challenge that could strain healthcare systems and reduce workforce productivity.
Poor diet, sedentary habits, and prolonged screen use are contributing to metabolic disorders among young people at increasingly younger ages, said Challa Suresh, Scientist ‘G’ and Director Grade, Head of the Cell Biology Division, AcSIR Coordinator at the ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition, at an oration organised by Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research recently.
Delivering the Prof. S.P. Thyagarajan Endowment Oration on ‘The Modern Lifestyle Paradox: Why are Young People Developing Metabolic Disorder Earlier?’, Prof. Suresh stressed the importance of nutritious food and healthier lifestyle habits in preventing lifestyle-related illnesses.
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