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Executive Summary ......................................................................................................................... 4

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 5

Diseases Of Affluence And Modern Society ................................................................................... 8

Cancer ......................................................................................................................................... 8

Diabetes Type II ......................................................................................................................... 10

Depression ................................................................................................................................ 12

Gout .......................................................................................................................................... 14

Heart Disease ............................................................................................................................ 15

High Blood Pressure or Hypertension ....................................................................................... 17

Nutritional Deficiency (Vitamin And Mineral) .......................................................................... 19

Obesity ...................................................................................................................................... 21

Osteoporosis ............................................................................................................................. 23

The China Study ........................................................................................................................ 24

Breaking Through The Developing World ................................................................................. 26

Living A Longer Life ....................................................................................................................... 28

Exercise Fitness ......................................................................................................................... 28

At Home .................................................................................................................................... 29

At Work ..................................................................................................................................... 30

At Leisure .................................................................................................................................. 30

Weekly Workout Plan Checklist ................................................................................................ 31

Good Nutrition .......................................................................................................................... 32

Food Safety Is Important .......................................................................................................... 37

Weekly Healthy Eating Plan Checklist ....................................................................................... 38

The China Study Cookbook ....................................................................................................... 39

Conclusion ..................................................................................................................................... 40

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Executive Summary

Due to improving technology and new inventions, people are living longer and longer, with the

average life span of an American born in 2012 to have an average life span of 78.8 years –

about one month longer than another baby born one year before.

As more and more cures are being discovered for major diseases across the world, American

life expectancy has reached an all time high – according to a special Disease Control and

Prevention report. As always, women have a longer life span – of 81.2 years, while men have a

life span of 76.4 years. Although mortality rate changes are fairly slow from year to year, the

trend has shown that increasing technology has been able to reduce mortality over time.

While the overall death rate has fallen by approximately 1.1 percent, it has been led by causes

like cancer, heart disease, chronic respiratory diseases, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes,

influenza, kidney disease, pneumonia, accidents and even suicide. Some of these diseases are

caused accidentally, while others are caused by people’s lifestyle – also called diseases of

affluence.

And even with all the technological advancements in the field of medicine, the number of

younger people perishing to these diseases of affluence has risen tremendously…

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Introduction

Without a doubt, our society is becoming increasingly wealthy. There are more millionaires and

billionaires now than ever before, but at the same time, the rich poor divide is getting stronger

– the rich are only getting richer and the poor are faltering back into the shackles of poverty.

But the fact remains that wealth is increasing in society.

Diseases of affluence are what are driving the causes of premature death at this point in time.

Diseases of affluence or the so-called “western disease paradigm” are a complete contrast to

diseases of poverty, which result from malnutrition and impoverishment. While it’s considered

to be a fate of the western developed world, these diseases of affluence are slowly creeping

their way into most parts of the world in varying proportions.

And why is this even happening? Haven’t we learnt from our past mistakes? It all boils to our

modern diets and deskbound lifestyles – causing the exponential rise of high blood pressure,

cardiovascular diseases, cancer, obesity, diabetes, osteoporosis, acne, depression and vitamin

deficiencies – especially in the last few decades.

Most diseases of affluence are chronic non-communicable diseases for which personal lifestyles

and societal conditions are considered to be key contributors. Many of these diseases do not

appear in isolation – in fact, many of them are correlated. For example, obesity is thought to be

a problem that relates to other diseases like cardiovascular problems, high blood pressure and

diabetes. And in most cases, an individual will face multiple problems due to his or her modern

lifestyles.

In contrast, diseases of poverty are generally thought to result from poor conditions of living

causing infections or lack of food causing malnutrition or starvation. Diseases which stem from

these conditions may be asthma, intestinal diseases, tuberculosis and other related diseases.

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Research is also finding that diseases of affluence are also appearing in the poor and this can be

more devastating than ever before – especially when you include cardiovascular problems and

obesity in existing infectious diseases like tuberculosis and asthma – furthering the divide of

global health inequalities.

Diseases of affluence are forecast to increasingly make their way not only into the developed

world, but also into developing countries that are facing poverty declines and lifestyle changes.

In 2008, nearly 80% of deaths were due to non-communicable diseases like strokes, heart

diseases, chronic lung diseases, diabetes and cancers – which are now becoming increasingly

prevalent in developing countries too.

When lifestyles become more modern, diets change and a sedentary lifestyle starts setting in.

People spend endless hours at work in front of computer screens with little to no activity in the

day. Without any proper exercise or diet, is it any wonder that this phenomenon is gripping the

world’s population?

Factors that are related to the increase of these illnesses and conditions unfortunately appear

to be elements that are directly associated with technological advancements across the world.

Less physical activity – Gone are the days of walking or taking public transport to get from

place to place. With the increasing use of motor vehicles, the only movement is from the

home to the car and the car to the office. That’s simply not enough to lead a healthy

lifestyle.

Long working hours – People spend more and more time at work, which means they have

less time to cook a balanced meal or regularly exercise. This is especially true of corporate

jobs with absolutely no physical labor involved.

Easy accessibility to low-cost food – This is perhaps the

biggest contributor when it comes to diseases of

affluence. While we can pass the blame on to food

manufacturers and processors, the real blame lies with us

and our constant search to find the easy way out. Some of

these low-cost food items have poor calorie counts that do

not give us the nutrition we need for maintaining healthy

bodies. Is it any wonder that we succumb to these

diseases…

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More food with less physical activity – This causes us to obtain high fat and high calories

without actually burning them through physical exercise. These types of food are common

to people in the affluently developed economies.

High consumption of dairy products and meat – Without the regular exercise, meats and

dairy products cause excess fat to grow in your body – making it more susceptible to these

diseases of affluence.

Higher consumption of refined foods – This includes food items like white noodles, while

breads, processed food, commercially produced foods, canned foods etc that are not fresh

for consumption.

Reduced exercise and prolonged periods of inactivity – More and more people choose to

stay indoors and watch television or play computer games, instead of playing an outdoor

sport or simply going for a jog.

Greater use of harmful substances – Use of tobacco, alcohol and recreation drugs are also

contributing to the increasing rise of these diseases of affluence.

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Diseases Of Affluence And Modern Society

Now, it’s time to look at the diseases of affluence and delve deeper into how they are caused.

In addition, we will take a look at a large-scale 20-year study in China to examine the link

between animal product consumption and chronic illnesses such as heart diseases and diabetes

etc.

Cancer

Cancer is also known referred to as a malignant tumor – this

involves irregular cell growth in one part of the body that could

potentially spread to other areas of the body. All tumors are not

considered to be cancerous – some tumors like benign tumors

are not cancerous and don’t spread across the body. Once they

spread, they drastically affect your immunity system and reduce

your ability to fight. Signs of cancer include lumps, abnormal

bleeding, unexplained weight loss, prolonged coughs, changes in

bowel movements etc. There are over 100 known cancers that

impact humans – so it could be any of these symptoms or there

could be another issue that may not have been detected yet.

Certain types of cancers are known to be diseases of affluence, like breast cancer or lung

cancer. Breast cancer is considered to be the leading cause of cancer occurring in women across

the world. In fact, it accounts for nearly 1 in 4 cases of cancer that occurs in women – with

nearly 55% of the cases reported in the developed countries and 45% in developing countries.

According to World Health Organization data, rates of breast cancer are highest in the United

States and lowest in Eastern African countries – it can be boiled down to some form of lifestyle

habits.

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A study of females who came to get treated for breast cancer was conducted at the Breast

Clinic Hospital in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from July till September 2004. The study covered a

total of 203 patients, along with 203 other patients who were part of the Outpatient Clinic.

The study indicated that women who were prone to sedentary lifestyles and did not exercise

regularly had a four times greater risk of developing breast cancer compared to those women

that exercised regularly. Women with high fat diets were also more prone to developing breast

cancer than women who ate low fat diets.

It also found that women who didn’t take contraceptive pills but breast-fed their children had a

56% lower chance of getting breast cancer than women who didn’t take the pills and also didn’t

breast-feed their children. If they had breast-fed their children for at least thirteen months,

they had a 61% lower chance of developing breast cancer.

The study concluded that certain lifestyles meant that some women were prone to a higher risk

of developing breast cancer as compared to other women. Therefore, researchers continued to

emphasize the promotion of a healthy lifestyle in women.

Using tobacco has resulted in over 22% of total cancer deaths across the world. Cancer deaths

due to poor diets, lack of physical activities, drinking alcohol and obesity accounts for

approximately another 10%. Other factors like over exposure to the sunrays while tanning and

other environmental pollutants also cause cancer. In developing countries, 20% of cancer cases

is caused by infections like hepatitis C or hepatitis B.

Many types of cancer can be prevented by eating more vegetables, fruits,

eating less meat, not smoking and drinking, maintaining regular exercise and

minimal sunlight exposure – making cancer one of the deadliest diseases of

affluence around. If detected early, it can be cured but the road to recovery is

a long and painful journey. It’s always best to prevent rather than cure.

Nearly 14.1 new cancer cases were detected in 2012 across the world that caused nearly 8.2

million deaths. The most common cancers in women are breast cancer, lung cancer and cervical

cancer, while prostate cancer, lung cancer and stomach cancer accounted for the men. Skin

cancer is a common factor for both genders.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16629515

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Diabetes Type II

Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder that is portrayed by high blood sugar in the body. This is

related to insulin resistance in the sense that the body receives a lack of insulin – contributing

to the development of Type 2 diabetes. This is different from Type 1 diabetes where there is no

insulin at all, due to a breakdown in the pancreatic cells.

Making up about 90% of the total number of cases of diabetic patients, classic symptoms of

Type 2 diabetes are excessive thirst, consistent hunger and overly regular urinating.

The biggest reason for people getting Type 2 diabetes is obesity – these types of people are

prone to the disease more than people of regular weights.

Obesity of people stems from an improper diet and lack of regular exercise – contributing to

the development of obesity initially and then diabetes type 2 later.

Type 2 diabetes can be controlled by making changes in diets and increasing the amount of

exercise people do. If the blood sugar level doesn’t get reduced by these methods, doctors may

prescribe medications like insulin or metformin for bringing high sugar levels to normal. For

those who have type 2 diabetes, it is imperative to get the blood sugar levels checked regularly,

so that it can be kept under control.


Case Study

Take the example of John – a 55 year Caucasian man who has both asthma and diabetes. A

math teacher at a New York City high school, John was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes through

a blood test which was undertaken when he applied for a life insurance policy at the ripe age of

51 years.

When John applied for the policy, his 5 foot 10 inch frame weighed in at 220 pounds with a BMI

of 31.6 – in other words, John was obese. He stopped smoking at 46 and he doesn’t consume

alcohol.

Through a strict diet, metformin and regular exercise regime, John lost 20 pounds. His

metformin medication was moved up to 100 mg twice a day. His glucose levels started

improving and the A1c fell to 6.2% from 7.2% within four short months. Due to less exercise,

John started gaining more weight and his HbA1c has risen to 8.5%. This case study is proof

enough that type 2 diabetes has a lot to do with lifestyle (diet and exercise).

http://www.bd.com/us/diabetes/hcp/main.aspx?cat=3065&id=3229

Type 2 diabetes rates have increased rapidly since the 60’s –

drawing parallel with the rates of obesity growth. In 2010, there

were about 285 million type 2 diabetic patients, compared to only

30 million in 1985. High blood sugar complications could lead to

other diseases like stroke, eyesight problems, kidney failure, poor

blood flow and heart diseases.

http://www.bd.com/us/diabetes/hcp/main.aspx?cat=3065&id=3229


Depression

People who suffer from depression may have heard of these terms – clinical depression, major

depressive disorder, unipolar depression, major depression or recurrent depression.

All these terms essentially mean the same thing – a person is suffering from a certain type of

mental disorder that is portrayed by a consistent bad mood, constantly low self-esteem, loss of

interest in anything related to happiness and pleasure and any type of enjoyment. The term

depression comes up in many ways, but in medical terms it is used to reflect a constant poor

mood or lack of self-esteem.

Depression may not seem like a big problem initially, but it can quickly turn into a crippling and

disabling situation that harmfully affects a person’s work, sleeping, eating, general health and

family. In the United States of America, nearly 3.4% cases that have been diagnosed with

depression end up committing suicide and 60% of people that killed themselves had some form

of depression or mood disorder.

Case Study

Think about the prominent case of the famed comedy actor Robin Williams – known worldwide

for this bubbly personality and hilarious comedy. After his suicidal death, it was ascertained

that he was clinically depressed and has been for a very long time. It could have been the

combination of different difficult circumstances, negative emotions and motivations that

preceded his suicide attempt – but they may be different for every person. His death also

reflects how no one is immune to the disease.


Depression cannot easily be diagnosed like other diseases – there are no physical medical tests

to determine the disease. But it still remains a very real problem. Diagnosing major depression

is related to an individual person’s experiences that are self-narrated. More data is collected

about behavior from family and friends and a mental status exam may be conducted.

Depression is most common for people between the ages of 20 and 30 and could peak between

30 and 40 years of age.

Usually, people with depression are given

medication like antidepressants and sleeping pills

to soothe their nerves. They also receive

counseling – called cognitive behavior therapy.

Antidepressant medication has been known to be

effective, but it may be significant only for the

severely depressed.

Hospitalization could be required in some cases – this could be due to self-neglect or the ability

to harm oneself in extreme cases. Some people are even treated with electro therapy. The

disorder itself varies widely even in the same individual – for example, one episode could last

weeks, while a lifelong disorder may have many major depression episodes.

Depressed people have a shorter life span than regular people, because they are more

susceptible to medical illnesses or even suicide. Till date, it is unclear whether regular

medication prevents or encourages suicide – we simply don’t know its behavioral effects yet.

The worst part is that current or even previously depressed people could be ostracized from

society – a problem that deters their transition back into the regular world.

Indeed, symptoms and causes of major depression has been evolving for many centuries,

though studies are still incomplete and have a long way to go. In fact, many aspects of

depression still remain unanswered. Some of the causes of depression are related to

hereditary, biological, environmental, physical, psychological, psychosocial and evolutionary

situations.

Long-term drug and alcohol consumption could manifest depressive symptoms and make it

worse than before – again being caused by lifestyle and affluence. Medical treatments are

usually based on personality, learning and interpersonal communication.


Gout

Gout is a medical condition that is defined by recurring acute inflammatory arthritis attacks to

form a red and swollen joint. The joint below the big toe is the one that is most frequently

disturbed and accounts for nearly fifty percent of the cases. However, it may also be present in

urate nephropathy or kidney stones, and is caused by increased uric acid levels in the

bloodstream. The uric acid turns into a crystalline substance which deposits on tendons, joints

and other tissues.

A medically diagnosis can be brought about by observing whether the characteristic crystals are

present in the joint fluids. Treatment requires anti-inflammatory drugs, colchicine or steroids.

When an acute attack reduces, the level of uric acid will fall – this could be due to improvement

in lifestyles to check this problems. Gout has become a common problem in the last few

decades – affecting nearly 1% to 2% of the developed world population at some point or the

other in the lives. This is perceived to be due to risk factors like metabolic syndrome, changes in

diet and longer life spans. Historically, gout has been known as the rich man’s disease or

disease of kings.

The uric acid crystallization that is related to high levels in blood is the biggest reason why gout

develops in joints and tendons. This can occur due to genetic dispositions, salts in uric acid,

dietary changes etc. Diet accounts for nearly twelve percent of the gout cases that have been

diagnosed – showcasing a strong relationship between sweetened drinks, consumption of

alcohol, excess meat and seafood. Some other causes of gout also include surgeries and

traumas.

When it comes to alcohol, wine has lesser risk than beer and spirits. Consuming caffeine, dairy products, vitamin C and physical exercise will help reduce the risk of gout – this is mainly due to the role they play in reducing resistance to insulin in the body.

Gout occurrence can also be genetic.

Called SLC2A9, ABCG2 and SLC22A12, these genes are associated with the occurrence of gout. A

few genetic disorders include medullary cystic kidney disease and familial juvenile

hyperuricemic nephropathy. Gout also occurs with other associated medical problems –

obesity, hypertension, abnormal lipid levels and insulin resistance. A male with a body mass

index which is greater than or equal to 35 have a threefold increased chance of getting gout at

some point in his life. Chronic lead exposure can also lead to gout development.


Heart Disease

Coronary heart disease is the most common heart disease

type that can easily lead to a heart attack at some point in the

future. This disease is caused due to a buildup of plaque along

the inside walls of the heart’s arteries, which narrows the

arteries, causing blockages and reduces the flow of blood to

the heart.

Heart diseases are generally not noticed in advance with the

symptoms and signs becoming more obvious when the

disease advances in the body – in fact, most individuals who

suffer from coronary heart disease may not show symptoms

of this disease for even a few decades. As the disease keeps

progressing in the body, it could lead to the onset of a sudden

heart attack – which was previously unexpected.

So how do you identify the symptoms?

Case Study

Let’s discuss Brian Walters, who is a heart attack survivor and today wants to warn others

about noticing the signs of heart attacks – he probably knows it well, after having undergone

two heart attacks and a bypass surgery. Brian says that the most common signs and symptoms

of a heart attack are jaw, neck, chest and shoulder pain.

Heart Foundation studies have shown that while most people know about the chest and arm

pain warning signs, very few (nine out of 10 in fact) know about other equally important signs

like neck, jaw and shoulder pain. Some other symptoms also include dizziness, shortness of

breath and nausea.

http://www.heartattackfacts.org.au/case-studies/brian-walters/

http://www.heartattackfacts.org.au/case-studies/brian-walters/


Symptoms of stable heart disease are chest pain through exertion and decrease in ability to

exercise – these could also be the factors of poor lifestyle and dietary choices made today.

Some other causes may include heart blood vessel spasms and coronary vasospasm.

Coronary heart diseases can be detected through blood tests, electrocardiograms, cardiac

stress tests and angiograms. Depending on the specific risk or symptoms, they may be treated

with angioplasty surgery, medication or coronary artery bypass surgery. Till date, it is the most

common reason for death in the world and is the biggest reason for patients admitted to

hospitals.

While there is no evidence about specific type of people or population, a healthy diet and

medication is widely considered to be a good preventative measure. Coronary heart disease

can be reversed through an intense diet plan and regular cardio exercising. A high fiber diet has

been known to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Vegetarians have also been known to

have a 24% less chance of dying of heart diseases.

A Seven Countries Study found that Cretan men (despite fat intake that ranges from moderate

to high) had relatively low rates of death from heart diseases, compared to men from other

countries. The Cretan food diet mainly consists of bread, olive oil, fruits, vegetables, wine and

animal products.

Avoiding readily oxidized or trans-fats and limiting the amount of carbohydrates and sugars

eaten can reduce triacylglycerol and low-density lipoproteins, thus reducing the risk. Evidence

doesn’t necessarily suggest that omega-3 fatty acids can help in preventing heart diseases, but

it is known to have other positive benefits that could indirectly help in the prevention of heart

diseases.


High Blood Pressure or Hypertension

High blood pressure or hypertension is a chronic

medical situation where the artery blood

pressure is increased exponentially. Blood

pressure is defined by systolic and diastolic

measurements – both of them depend on

whether heart muscles are relaxed (diastolic) or

contracting (systole). This basically measures the

maximum and minimum pressure.

Normal range of blood pressure can vary according to different definitions. Normal blood

pressure is regarded as 100-140 mmHg systolic and 60-90 mmHg diastolic. High blood pressure

is present if the blood pressure reads anywhere above 140/90 mmHg.

High blood pressure can either be primary blood pressure (hypertension) or secondary blood

pressure (hypertension). About 90-95 percent of all patients fall in the primary hypertension

category – basically meaning that the person has high blood pressure with no obvious medical

conditions or causes. The remaining 5-10 percent is caused by other situations that affect the

arteries, heart, endocrine system or kidneys.


Case Study

Let’s take the case of Tom who discovered he had high blood pressure quite by accident. The

local authority had a blood pressure testing event and as Chairman, Tom was asked to be the

first person to have his blood pressure checked – here he found out that his readings were high

and he was advised to see a doctor immediately. It came as a shock since he didn’t have any

problems before that.

Tom is now controlling his blood pressure with the help of medication that was prescribed by

the doctor and he is constantly looking at ways to improve his lifestyle – by exercising, losing

weight and watching his eating habits. According to Tom, he loved eating fried food, but he has

now stopped it completely and sticks to toasts and fruits in the mornings.

Tom was happy to be diagnosed before anything serious could have happened to him. He calls

it the ‘silent killer’ because he didn’t seem to be unwell before – he was, he just didn’t know it.

It just proves that you can have high blood pressure and you won’t even know that you had it.

He advises everyone to get their blood pressure checked as often as possible. According to him,

having high blood pressure isn’t the end of the world – there’s a lot you can do to overcome it

and look after yourself.

http://www.bloodpressureuk.org/microsites/kyn/Home/AboutKYN/Casestudies/Ihadnoidea

High blood pressure causes tremendous strain to the heart, which could ultimately lead to

other problems like coronary artery diseases, blocked arteries and heart diseases. High blood

pressure is a major factor involved in causing strokes, chronic kidney disease, aneurysms in

arteries, peripheral arterial disease and heart attacks.

Diet and lifestyle changes are required to improve blood pressure control to reduce the risk of

health conditions – although medical treatment is essential in chronic cases where lifestyle

changes are simply not enough. High blood pressure is also caused due to poor lifestyle choices,

such as high-fat diets and lack of regular exercise.

http://www.bloodpressureuk.org/microsites/kyn/Home/AboutKYN/Casestudies/Ihadnoidea


Nutritional Deficiency (Vitamin And Mineral)

Nutritional deficiency or malnutrition is a type of eating condition that results from a diet

where the nutrients like minerals and vitamins are not enough – which could lead to certain

health problems. The missing nutrients may include proteins, carbohydrates, minerals and

vitamins. It is often referred to as under-nutrition – where the intake of calories, proteins,

vitamins and minerals are simply not enough or over-nutrition – where the intake of calories,

proteins etc are simply too much. In popular terms, nutritional deficiencies are usually

associated with under-nutrition.

If vitamins and minerals or general under-nutrition occurs during pregnancy or before the age

of two, it may result in permanent physical and mental problems. Extreme lack of nourishment

is also known as starvation. These symptoms may include a skinny frame, thin bodies, poor

energy levels, short height and swollen abdomen and legs. They also get frequent infections

and feel colder than regular people.

Undernourishment or nutritional deficiency is due to not eating enough high quality food.

While in most cases, it may be related to high food prices and poverty, in other cases, it is

associated with modern lifestyles and poor diets. For example, a person who works every day

may decide to have processed two-minute noodles for lunch to save time. These instant

noodles provide little to no nutritional value – with absolutely no essential vitamins and

minerals present in the food. This kind of diet for modern lifestyles can easily cause nutritional

deficiencies and health problems – not from poverty, but from affluence.


In many instances, lack of breast-feeding can also contribute to nutritional deficiencies, along

with a number of communicable diseases like malaria, pneumonia, gastroenteritis and measles

– which increase nutritional needs. During a pregnancy, deficiencies can become common

because the requirements are higher – so the diet has to be adjusted accordingly. Lack of

proper nutrition and eating abundance of junk food can also result in unwarranted nutritional

deficiencies – a problem that is far more likely with the developed world with modern lifestyles.

Other lifestyle causes of malnutrition include bariatric surgery and anorexia nervosa.

Proper breastfeeding can reduce malnutrition and death in

children – especially when breast-milk is provided between six

months and two years for better outcomes. For those who have

chronic malnutrition, it often involves low blood sugar problems

and dehydration.

In 2010, there were about 925 million people with nutritional

deficiencies in the world – which has increased by 80 million

since 1990. About 1 billion people are estimated to lack normal

quantities of vitamins and minerals in their bodies. In 2010,

malnutrition from protein-energy resulted in nearly 600,000

deaths – down from 883,000 deaths in 1990. It was also

believed to have contributed to the deaths of 1.5 million and

children – though many experts believe that this number could

be well in excess of 3 million.


Obesity

Obesity is a severe disease of affluence that occurs in people with excess body fat – basically

the excess body fat has accumulated so drastically in the body that it has a negative impact in

heath – leading to a reduction in a person’s life span and will cause unprecedented health

problems. In developed countries, a person is usually regarded as obese when his or her body

mass index (BMI) is above 25. Obesity increases the occurrence of various other diseases,

including type 2 diabetes, heart diseases, obstructive sleep apnea, cancer and even

osteoarthritis.

Most commonly, obesity is caused due to an excess

intake of food, lack of any physical exercise and genetic

problems – in some cases, genes, endocrine disorders

and medication can also lead to obesity. Modern

lifestyle is the biggest contributor of obesity.

Obesity Reaching Kids Today

It is not only a problem being faced by adults, but it is slowly seeping its way to kids too. Junk-

food marketing is predominantly meant to attract children. Recently, more than 550 credible

health professionals and institutions challenged McDonald’s (the world’s largest junk-food

chain) to stop marketing their products to children.

Started by Corporate Accountability International, several ads appeared to urge people across

the country to sign this open petition. An American government interagency group has also

come up with certain standards and regulations for marketing food to children – what foods

should be marketed to promote a healthy diet and what shouldn’t be marketed to children.

Many studies showcase that a reduction in junk-food marketing to children could improve the

lives of millions. But it isn’t just McDonalds – it’s related to all marketers of chocolate syrups,

sugar drinks, candy bars and high-sugar cereals.


Obesity can be primarily controlled through

exercising and dieting. The quality of a diet can

be improved by controlling consumption of

foods that are high in sugars and fat – and

increasing the consumption of fiber. With a

proper diet, you can reduce your appetite or

control fat absorption through anti-obesity

drugs. If diet, medication and exercise are not

enough to control obesity, a person may need

to resort to bariatric surgery to reduce

stomach volume – leading to a feeling of

fullness faster.

Obesity is the leading cause of worldwide preventable deaths – consistently increasing in both

adults and children alike. Governments are viewing this as a serious problem of health that

could only manifest into further problems. Obesity is widely criticized in the developed world,

although it is associated with wealth and affluence.


Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is an advanced disease of the bones– it is reflected by a reduction in the bone

mass of a person. Prolonged osteoporosis can lead to an increased risk of fractures and other

bone problems. For osteoporosis, there is a reduction in the bone mineral density (BMD) – this

means that the variety and amount of bones in the body are altered.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), osteoporosis has a BMD of 2.5 standard

deviations. It can be classified into secondary, primary type 1 or primary type 2.

Primary type 1 is most common in women after menopause and is also known as

postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Primary type 2 osteoporosis is also known as senile osteoporosis, because it generally occurs in

people after the age of 75. It can be seen in both males and females – but more in females.

Secondary osteoporosis can occur at any age and time – affecting both men and women

equally. This can result in chronic medical problems.

The risk of fractures due to osteoporosis can be significantly reduced with certain lifestyle

changes for people – especially for those people who have already suffered from previous

osteoporosis-related fractures. Lifestyle changes may be required in various facets of life

through diets and exercise. Bisphosphonates may be useful to those who have had previous

fractures from osteoporosis, but may or may not benefit those who currently may have

osteoporosis with no previous fractures.


The China Study

Everyone wants to live a healthy lifestyle. As trendsetting weight loss efforts and elaborate

diets make the headlines, it is worth noting that two-thirds of adults around the world still

remain obese and more and more children are following suit.

Today, many children are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes – this is typically a disease that

is faced by adults. If we are obsessed with the notion of being thin – much like the models

parading on television, why then are Americans stricken with obesity and heart disease – more

than ever before?

Dr. T. Colin in the China Study gives a detailed explanation of the association between heart

disease and nutrition, diabetes and cancer. The report scrutinizes the nutritional misperception

that is created by governments, powerful lobbies and unscrupulous scientists. According to the

New York Times, the study is the “Grand Prix of epidemiology” along with being the biggest

every study undertaken to identify the relationship between a person’s diet and his risk of

actually developing any of these diseases.

The authors criticize low-carb diet meals – like the Atkins diet (which has restrictions on the

calories that can be taken from complex carbohydrates). They have also criticized traditional

approaches to nutrition studies, where some nutrients are held responsible for the occurrence

of specific diseases, instead of studying nutrition patterns and the relationship between the

nutrients.

The book is loosely based on the 20-year old China-Cornell-Oxford study which studied

mortality rates from chronic diseases and cancer between 1973 and 1975 in over 65 different

counties across China. The data was then corroborated with dietary surveys and blood work

from people in 1983-84.

This research indicated that people with high consumption of products that are animal-based

were more likely to die from western diseases, while people who had plant-based diets were

far more likely to live longer and healthier lives.


However, it isn’t meant to be a diet book, although Dr. Campbell shares an astute message to

people who are dealing with the repercussions of heart diseases, obesity, cancer and nutritional

deficiency. In his book, Dr. Campbell describes eight food and health principles.

1. Nutrition is based on the combination of several different food substances – basically the

whole being greater than the sum of all parts.

2. Taking vitamin supplements will not necessarily lead to good health.

3. There are literally no nutrients present in foods that are animal-based, while plant-based

foods provide a variety of wholesome nutrients that are essential to maintain a strong and

healthy life.

4. Genes are not necessarily the sole cause of diseases – they function only when they are

expressed or activated and nutrition has a key role in identifying the difference between the

good and bad genes.

5. Nutritious food can significantly contain the harmful effects of toxic chemicals in a person’s

body.

6. The same nutritious food that can prevent the occurrence of diseases in its early stages can

stop or reverse the disease in later stages in life.

7. Nutrition that can benefit one type of chronic disease also has the potential to support

other health issues across the body.

8. Good and healthy nutrition helps almost every other part of our existence, because

everything in our body and what we do is interconnected with each other.

The overall health and risk of certain lifestyle diseases are inseparably related to dietary

practice. This book examines the impact of regular nutrition (or lack thereof) on specific

diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer and offers a new way of studying nutritional

science and the role that diet plays in creating diseases or maintaining good health. Presenting

scientific data about dietary habits of people, he talks about how certain changes in lifestyle can

reduce the risk or completely reverse the progression of certain diseases.


Breaking Through The Developing World

High blood pressure, heart diseases, obesity and cancers are cutting through the haze of the

developed countries. However, it is no longer confined to them, instead slowly entering the

developing world.

While these health risks are traditionally associated with affluence, they are finding their way

into many lives. In fact, new research indicates that BMI in developing countries is now just as

high as that in the developed countries.

Harvard School of Public Health researchers from the Imperial College London along with

worldwide researchers scrutinized data from over 199 countries across the world from 1980 till

2008 on the factors that are related to circulatory and heart disease.

By 2008, there was no significant association between blood pressure for men and national

income. In women, blood pressure was high in developing countries.

The BMI still remains the lowest in poor countries, but the BMI is higher in middle-income

countries than it is in the wealthier countries of the world.

Cholesterol remains high in western countries.

This study essentially showcased that these “non-communicable diseases” no longer remain

lifestyle or diseases of affluence. They have shifted from their paradigm of being a western

world phenomenon to a truly international phenomenon.

Going with the current trend, developing countries will soon start facing similar problems of

diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and obesity – while developing countries will also

continue in their battle to break down the problem in their own countries.

The study also indicated that BMI is related to the population living in urban cities – indicating

that lifestyles in urban areas may be playing a large role in the obesity and high blood pressure

problem – whether present or past. According to the researchers, the shift in the association

between blood pressure and national income may be due to improved treatment and diagnosis

of high blood pressure in wealthy countries.


The developed countries have managed to find ways to reduce blood pressure and that success

needs to be replicated in the developing countries through an improvement in the health care

services at the primary level.

An education program is also needed to get people to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables and

reduce their salt intake. Higher cholesterol levels still remain associated with national wealth,

because of the higher cost of meat and animal products. Low income countries should

discourage saturated fats and encourage using unsaturated fats to avoid the problems that

richer countries have been facing in the past and present and potentially in the future.


Living A Longer Life

Following the basic understanding of the diseases of affluence, we now look at how we can

overcome this phenomenon of dying young, to live longer and have a better quality of life, with

2 main sections: exercise and nutrition.

Besides that, we also take a look at the follow-up to the China Study with the China Study

Cookbook and share simple recipes for a more all-rounded and holistic diet routine.

Exercise Fitness

Whether you’re walking, gardening, running or doing housework – any activity is good for your

body. Irrespective of what you do, regular fitness exercise and physical activities will keep you

on the right path towards a healthy and fit lifestyle. Regular exercise builds muscle, burns fat,

lowers cholesterol and eases anxiety and stress – letting us sleep and rest peacefully.

Being physically active is the key to living longer, sleeping better, maintaining healthy weights

and feeling happier in the long run. The biggest benefit of regular exercise is to combine both

cardiovascular and muscle training into your exercise routine. Cardiovascular exercises like

walking and jogging exercise your heart and optimize smooth blood flow in your body, while

lifting weights will improve your muscle strength and stamina.

When planning an exercise schedule, make sure you choose activities that you enjoy doing so

that it doesn’t become a boring task for you. Try and fit the activity into your daily routine so

you don’t have to go out of your way.

For example, take a ten-minute brisk walk in your parking lot or at the bus stop. Walk to the

train station instead of taking a bus to get there. You might even want to join an alternative day

exercise class to keep it interesting and to try something different in your life. Every little bit

makes a difference and face it, it’s better than doing nothing at all.


For a good exercise regime, make sure you do at least 10 minutes of activity every time, as

shorter bursts of activity will not give you the same health repayments.

For example, walk your dog around your apartment block for at least 10 minutes before and

after work every day or you can add a 10 minute walk after lunch to meet your exercise goals. If

you can mix it up, you will stay interested in your exercise schedules – take a yoga lesson, go

swimming, lift weights and do some gardening. Any little form of physical activity will keep you

healthier.

Here are some more ideas to help you increase your physical activity.

At Home

Join a neighborhood walking group and recruit a partner

to join you – maybe a close friend or a loved one.

Push the baby around in the stroller inside the house or

outside on your lawns.

Play soccer or baseball with your kids every weekend.

Enjoy a cool evening bike ride with the kids and your

partner.

Walk up and down the softball field when you’re watching

your kids in action.

Walk your dog and yourself (not just the dog) – try and be

a little brisk when walking.

Clean the house and wash your car regularly – it’s not only

hygienic but also great exercise.

Skate, walk and cycle more – drive only when you have to.

Do stretches and exercises when you’re watching your

favorite television show.

Mow the lawn with a push, not electric mower.

Plant vegetables and flowers in your garden and keep

watering them regularly.

Play with your kids – run around, fall into the leaves,

splash in puddles, build snowmen, dance to your favorite

song – it’s not only good for you, but your kids will

appreciate you spending quality time with them too.

Exercise to a workout video instead of snacking on a

boring evening at home.


At Work

Get off the subway or bus one stop earlier and walk for the rest of the way to give you that

much needed exercise.

Replace coffee breaks with 10-minute walks and get a friend to tag along with you for the

company.

Join an exercise program or a gym near your workplace – that way you can get a quick

workout during your lunch breaks.

Join the softball team at your office.

At Leisure

Jog, walk, skate and cycle in your free time instead of staying and home and watching

television.

Swim regularly or do some form of water exercises.

Attend a yoga or dance class with a friend or loved one.

Get a sport hobby – tennis, softball, golf, boating etc and stick to it.

Play sports as regularly as possible.

Take a nature hike with a community group or just a group of friends.

The biggest way a person can stay active is to have fun while doing it, so make sure you choose

activities that you enjoy doing – that way you’re far more likely to stick to it in the long term to

help you live a longer and healthier life.

You can even follow this sample exercise plan and fit it in with your schedule – every individual

has a different lifestyle, so feel free to modify according to your preference and convenience

(while keeping in mind that regular exercise is the key to maintaining a healthier lifestyle.)


Weekly Workout Plan Checklist

If you’re in the age group of 18 and 45 years with an average fitness level, this is an ideal

workout for you. As your stamina improves, you can gradually increase your fitness efforts.

Monday

Cardio – 30 minutes to 45 minutes

Biking, walking, running stairs, hiking

Try consecutive intervals – 1 minute of walking, 1 minute

sprinting, 1 minute jogging etc to maximize results in least

possible time

Tuesday

Arms – 30 minutes to 45 minutes

Bicep curls – 10 reps (twice)

Triceps kick-backs – 10 reps (twice)

Shoulder press – 10 reps (twice)

Wednesday

Abs – 30 minutes to 45 minutes

Oblique crunches – 20 reps (twice)

Bicycle crunches – 20 reps (twice)

Plank (30 seconds twice)

Side plank (30 seconds on each side twice)

Thursday

Lower Body – 30 minutes to 45 minutes

Walking lunges – 10 reps for each leg

Wall squats – 30 second holding and build up to 1 minute in

time

Calf raising, 30 raisings with both legs and then 15 minutes for

each leg.

Walking lunges – 10 reps for each leg

Jump squats – 10 reps

Repeat the whole circuit twice.

Friday Cardio – 30 minutes to 45 minutes

Any cardio of your choice.

Saturday and Sunday Take a break. Just like you, your muscles need some rest too.


Good Nutrition

The type of food you decide to eat every day will affect your health overall. Nutrition and food

experts encourage you to eat more vegetables, fruits, calcium rich foods, lean protein and

whole grains for a healthy and balanced diet.

Healthy food intake is not about being strict or limiting your diet, maintaining unrealistic weight

counts or depriving yourself of food. It’s more about feeling good and having more energy to do

the things you love, as a healthier and happier individual. Use these simple tips to help you cut

through the clutter to learn how to create a tasty and healthy diet.

Plan for success – Think about planning a healthy

food diet in small steps, rather than making a big

drastic change and failing after a few days.

Instead of being excessively worried about

calories or portions, consider your diet for color,

freshness and variety to make healthy choices.

Find food you love and look for easy recipes to

incorporate fresh food ingredients. Start slowly

and make small modifications to your diet in

time.

For example, add a salad to your meal once a day

or switch from butter to olive oil for cooking.

Remember you don’t need to be perfect and you

don’t need to forget about foods you love for a

healthy diet. The long-term idea is to feel good.

Add water and exercise as part of your diet, since

water helps to rid our systems of waste and

toxins and exercise helps you stay motivated to

eat healthier to look better.


Stay within moderation – People often consider healthy eating in the all or nothing

category, but the important part of any diet is to stick to things in moderation. This basically

means that you should only eat the amount of food that your body needs – the idea is to

feel satisfied without feeling stuffed.

Despite what some diets tell you, your body needs a balance of protein, carbohydrates, fat,

vitamins, minerals and fiber for healthier living. You should develop a diet that you can

maintain for a lifetime and not just for weeks or months. It also means eating less of

unhealthy foods like saturated fat and refined sugars. But it doesn’t mean you should

completely eliminate it. For example, eating bacon once a fortnight for breakfast is

considered eating in moderation, if you follow it with healthy meals after. Try and eat

smaller portions of food. While serving quantities may be large, it doesn’t mean you have to

polish off your entire plate. Eat what you can and get a to-go back for taking the rest of your

food home. That way you won’t stuff up on food, even when your body doesn’t really need

it.

Eat your food properly – Most often it isn’t what you eat but how you eat it. Think of food

as proper nourishment, rather than something to be gulped down quickly. Eat with others

whenever possible, so it slows down your intake of food. You must also take the time to

enjoy and chew your food, rather than hurry to finish it. Chew it and savor every bite. If you

feel like you’re hungry, try and drink a glass of water and see if your hunger pangs are still

there.

Eat smaller meals through the day, instead of one or two large meals to give the body

enough time to break down the nutrients in the good. It will also help you metabolism move

faster and your energy higher. Eat your dinner at least two to three hours

before you go to bed to give your body enough time to digest your

food.

After-dinner snacks are high in fat and don’t digest, so avoid

them at all costs.


Eat colorful fruits and vegetables – Fruits and

vegetables are the bedrock of a good and healthy

diet. They are nutrient-dense and low in calories

– which mean they are full of minerals, vitamins,

fiber and antioxidants. Get as many fruits and

vegetables as possible and make sure you

supplement your meal with them. Deeply colored

vegetables and fruits include larger vitamin,

mineral and antioxidant concentrations.

Some excellent choices include green beans, kale,

lettuce, mustard greens, broccoli and Chinese

cabbage – packed with magnesium, iron, zinc,

calcium and vitamins.

Sweet vegetables like carrots, corn, sweet potatoes, onions, yams and beets reduce your

cravings for artificial sweets. Berries are known to be cancer fighting, while apples provided

added fiber for your body. The benefits to health from fruits and vegetables come from

several minerals and vitamins that work together in synergy.

Eat healthy carbohydrates and whole grains – Healthy carbohydrates and fiber sources are

good for building longer lasting energy. Whole grains are phytochemical and antioxidant

rich, so they help protect against certain cancers, coronary heart diseases and even

diabetes. Studies have indicated that people with a whole grain meal diet have healthier

hearts than people who don’t. Healthy carbohydrates and also known as good carbs and

include whole grains, fruits, vegetates and beans. They help you feel full longer and keep

insulin and blood sugar at stable levels.

Unhealthy carbohydrates are also known as bad carbs and include foods like refined sugar,

white flour and white rice that don’t have any fiber and nutrients. They digest rapidly and

may cause blood sugar and energy levels to increase. It’s ideal to include a mixture of brown

rice, whole wheat, quinoa and barley to your diet.

In the US, look for Whole Grain Stamps that provide information about the difference

between 100% whole grain and partial whole grain. Avoid refined foods like breads,

breakfast cereals and pastas that don’t have any whole grain information.


Eat healthy fats and avoid unhealthy fats – The word ‘fat’ may sound scary, but there are

some fats that are necessary for your body. Good sources of fat help in the nourishment of

your heart, cells, brain, skin, hair and nails. Foods with omega-3 fats are important to

decrease problems like cardiovascular diseases and dementia.

Add monounsaturated fats like peanut oil, olive oil, buts, avocados and seeds.

Polyunsaturated fats with Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids found in herring, mackerel,

sardines and anchovies are also good.

Reduce saturated fat items from your diet like red meat, whole milk dairy products, trans

fats, margarines, crackers, cookies, candies, snacks, fried foods and processed foods.

Eat protein – Protein gives us the energy we need to be on the move as much as we need to

be. Protein is broken down into twenty different amino acids that are essential for the

body’s energy and growth. Too much protein can be harmful, but we also need better high-

quality protein diets to maintain better physical function.

Higher protein intake can help you reduce the risks of osteoporosis, type 2 diabetes, stroke

and obesity. Make sure you also get plenty of calcium from your meals every day.

The key to a high-protein quality diet is to add diversity, instead of relying on whole milk

dairy or red meats (that are also high in saturated fat). Try other protein sources like beans,

buts, peas, chicken, tofu, fish and soy products to open up a world of healthy eating.


Reduce salt intake – In general we tend to consume a great deal

of salt in the food we eat. Excessive salt is a big cause of a hike in

the blood pressure. This may also lead to various other health

issues. Sodium intake should be reduced to 1500 – 2300 mg in a

day (this equals just 1 tsp salt and no more). Avoid pre-packaged

or processed foods including canned soups and frozen dinners

because they contain high levels of sodium that surpass the

recommended daily diet. Also try and be cautious when you’re

eating out because restaurants and fast food joints serve foods

that are full of salt. Gravy and sauce is also loaded with salt, so

get it on the side.

Make sure you choose fresh vegetables (even frozen ones work well) rather than canned

vegetables. Reduce salt slowly in the routine diet you take and ensure that the taste buds

are given enough time to get used to the change. If you do it immediately, you may not be

able to cope with the sudden change in food taste – and may revert to excess salt intake

very soon.

Avoid excess sugar – Sugar leads to fluctuations in energy and contributes significantly to

problems with weight and health. Minimizing the intake of candy, chocolates and cakes is

only one minor aspect of the problem. Most often, you won’t even know how much sugar

you are consuming on a daily basis.

Huge amounts of sugar can definitely be found in some types of food like pasta sauce,

canned vegetables and soups, bread, frozen dinners, mashed potatoes, fast food, ketchup

and soy sauce.

Try to stay away from sugary drinks as much as possible,

like sodas and canned juices. Instead, supplement it with

soda or fresh limewater. You can also add sugar to foods

yourself instead of relying on others to do it for you.

For example, you can try iced tea without sugar, plain

yoghurt or oatmeal in unflavored form. You can add sugar

to these foods yourself.

Try and eat foods that are naturally sweet like peppers, fruits and peanut butter in its

natural form to appease your sweet food cravings. Keep these types of food handy, so that

you don’t stock up on candy, chocolate and cookies.


Food Safety Is Important

Every year, at least one in six people in America suffer from some form of food poisoning.

Although most recover from it without any lasting problems, some versions of food poisoning

can lead to more serious ailments like kidney failures, brain and nerve damage, chronic arthritis

and in some cases – even death. Follow these simple and easy steps to prevent food poisoning

and maintaining healthy food intake in your home.

Keep your hands and all surfaces clean

when working with food.

Keep food separated, so you don’t cross-

contaminate poultry, seafood, eggs or

raw meat with other ready foods.

Cook food to the specified temperatures

to kill the germs present in it.

Keep food refrigerated within a few

hours of cooking and don’t thaw food on

the counter.

Today, a single dollar can get you a burger, but what’s the real cost of the meal?

No, we aren’t talking monetary costs. The increasing rates of chronic diseases like diabetes,

heart disease and high blood pressure are caused by our lifestyles – having grown exponentially

in the last few decades.

Using these common sense tips given, you can improve the quality and longevity of your life –

not just for you, but for your future generations as well. Remember healthy balanced food and

regular exercise will let you live a longer and healthier life.


Weekly Healthy Eating Plan Checklist

Setting up a healthy plan doesn’t have to be boring – it can be delicious and healthy. Use the

grocery list and the meal plan below for a simple diet – no crazy ingredients and no complicated

recipes.

Grocery List Pantry Items

Parsley

Broccoli

Cauliflower

Salad greens

Sweet potato

Avocado

Lemon

Garlic

100% whole-wheat sandwich bread

Whole-wheat pitas

Natural almond butter

Anchovies

Black olives

Fennel seeds

Eggs

Red pepper flakes

Parmesan cheese

Cheddar cheese

Skinless chicken thighs

Smoked salmon

Rolled oats

Long-grain brown rice

Low-mercury tuna

Chickpeas (unsalted)

Tomato sauce

Salsa

Low-sodium chicken broth

Dijon mustard

Raisins

White wine vinegar

Extra-virgin olive oil

Salt

Cooking spray

Pepper

Sugar

These are basic ideas for a weekly grocery shopping plan. You can use these ingredients to

make simple non-fat recipes that will help you live a healthier and happier life – for a long time

to come.


The China Study Cookbook

The China Study Cookbook has till date sold over 850,000 copies and has been celebrated

across the globe as one of the most important nutrition and health books ever to be published.

It has revealed that the traditional diet of western countries is the primary cause of the health

crisis being faced by the modern world – through the extensive growth of diseases of affluence

like heart disease, cancer, obesity and diabetes. The China Study Cookbook is based on the

most all-round study ever undertaken for nutrition and reveals how a plant-based diet has the

potential to lead to good health – along with “healing powers” to stop or reverse many lifestyle

diseases.

The China Study Cookbook uses these scientific finds not just for knowledge but for putting into

action as well. Authored by LeAnne Campbell (mother of two teenagers and The China Study

author T. Colin Campbell’s daughter), The China Study Cookbook is a representation of several

delicious and easy-to-prepare plant-based recipes that have no extra fat and contain minimal

salt and sugar ingredients for promoting good health. From items like sweet potato enchiladas

and home-fry breakfast hash to peanut butter no-bake bars and cheese (less) cake, all of her

recipes are based on the following three very important principles of a good diet.

The best nutrition requires a person to eat actual food, rather than replacing it with pills

and nutritional supplements.

When food is closer to its native state (which means it should be prepared with the

minimal amount of salt during processing and cooking), it will provide better health

benefits to the long-term.

Rather than going in for imported ingredients that may contain preservatives and

chemicals, it is ideal to purchase organically and locally grown fresh produce whenever

possible for the best health benefit outcome.

The China Study Cookbook is full of helpful tips on keeping food rich in nutrients, good

substitutions and moving from a regular to a healthier plant-based diet. It also shows people

how they can transform their individual health and the overall health of their entire family for a

better quality of life in the long-term.

The China Study Cookbook brings together the best and most healthy practices using no-oil and

natural dishes that your family will enjoy.


Conclusion

Significant differences in morbidity and mortality rates continue to occur between different

social classes and income groups in most developed and developing countries.

This fact serves to remind us that social and economic lifestyles have an impact on health –

whether they are ‘diseases of affluence’ or ‘diseases of poverty’ – both of which remain

widespread and are classified more on the basis of income groups, rather than geographical

locations.

Despite life expectancy increasing in developed societies, these lifestyle or non-communicable

diseases have played a huge role in premature deaths of people.

According to the World Health Organization, these non-communicable diseases have now

become the leading cause of death of people across the world – representing a whopping 60%

of all deaths.

From the 36 million that died in 2005, half were under 70 and half were also women. From 57

million deaths globally in 2006, nearly 36 million were because of some non-communicable

disease – accounting approximately 63% of the worldwide deaths.

Factors like background, environment and lifestyle have been known to increase the likelihood

of getting certain diseases. Every year nearly 5 million die due to excess tobacco use and 2.8

million people die from being obese. Nearly 2.6 million die from high cholesterol and 7.6 million

people die from high blood pressure – indicating the serious problem that modern lifestyles are

causing for people – and in the most severe cases, resulting in premature deaths of people well

before their time.

There are estimates that if the primary risk factors and poor lifestyle choices of people change,

80% of the heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes cases and 40% of cancers could actually be

prevented.

Major interventions to eliminate the main risk factors will have a significant positive impact on

reducing the problems of the diseases across the world. Most efforts have focused on better

diets and improved physical activities to control the prevalence of these diseases of affluence

or non-communicable diseases.


Now that we have taken a good long look at the many so-called diseases of affluence, we know

that our current lifestyle is simply not sustainable – that’s if we want to live a long and healthy

life. With so many young people dying before their time, is it any wonder that America is soon

heading into a first-time phenomenon where parents outlive their children?

Equipped with knowledge about healthy foods and good exercise regime information, it’s time

to take control of your life – to find new ways to build your immunity and fight these so-called

diseases of affluence in the most effective, natural and simple ways possible.

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