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Lifestyle scores and their potential to estimate the risk of multiple non-communicable disease-related endpoints: a systematic review | BMC Public Health

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Rising threat of noncommunicable diseases and how healthy lifestyles can save lives

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Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which are medical conditions not spread through infection or contact, include heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses. These diseases typically result from a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors and remain the leading causes of death and disability globally. NCDs are driven by five key risk factors: tobacco use,…

Why is eating healthy so difficult?

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With World Diabetes Day being commemorated on Nov 14, we are reminded again of the urgent need to examine the complex psychological factors that influence our eating habits, and ultimately, our health. Many individuals view healthy eating as an expensive and challenging endeavour, leading to dietary choices that may harm long-term well-being. These perceptions can…

A Doctor & 2 Techies Created an App To Help You Pick Healthy Meals in Seconds!

How Does TruthIn Make Food Labeling Simpler with Instant Health Ratings?

Cs news4 months ago4 months ago011 mins

The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a surge in public interest in food. From social media influencers deciphering food labels to healthcare professionals advocating mindful eating, a positive shift towards food literacy is underway. One initiative with immense potential is TruthIn, an app that merges medicine and technology to empower customers to make informed dietary choices by…

Health Talk | Why governments need to strengthen policies to promote healthy diets

Cs news6 months ago06 mins

The World Health Organization has called on countries in the WHO South-East Asia Region— a total of 11 countries including India, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Maldives, Bhutan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and Thailand — to strengthen policies to promote healthy diets and physical activity to combat the rising levels of overweight, obesity, and non-communicable (NCDs) diseases that have…