Diabetes and Obesity Among Young Adults: A Professional Perspective

Diabetes and Obesity Among Young Adults: A Professional Perspective

Diabetes and obesity are two of the most pressing public health challenges facing young adults today. According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the estimated prevalence of diabetes in India is 10.1 crores, with abdominal obesity affecting 35 crores. These staggering numbers highlight the urgent need to address the root causes of this growing epidemic and develop effective prevention strategies. Dr. Himika Chawla, a renowned endocrinologist and metabolism specialist at AIIMS, attributes the rise in diabetes and obesity among young adults to a number of factors, including: Sedentary…

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Heart-Healthy Habits for Winter: Doctors Stress Reducing Salt, Sugar

Heart-Healthy Habits for Winter: Doctors Stress Reducing Salt, Sugar

Winter Heart Health: Doctors Urge People to Reduce Salt and Sugar Intake Health experts have urged people to reduce salt and sugar intake as a preventive measure against heart attacks, especially during the cold winter months. They said low temperatures lead to the constriction of arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Renowned health expert and Medical Superintendent of Khyber Hospital, Dr Showkat Shah, while speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the heart, raising the risk of heart…

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