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A recent study published in The Lancet Global Health identified a concerning trend in India: a significant increase in physical inactivity among adults. The research found that nearly half (49.4%) of the adult population in India do not meet the World Health Organization's (WHO) recommendations for physical activity. This figure reflects a substantial rise from just over 22% in 2000. Furthermore, the study highlights a gender disparity, with women (57%) being more likely to be physically inactive compared to men (42%). The report warns that if these trends continue, an estimated 60% of Indian adults could be classified as physically unfit by 2030, potentially leading to increased health risks associated with a change in lifestyle. MyGov India World Health Organization ICMR #lifestyle #change #unfit #healthissue #physicalhealth

#PotBellyToFlatBelly #TransformWithReshapeNation #YouTooCan #FixYourRootCause #HighlyEnergetic #HealthIsWealth Sharing you all Prakruthi's stunning transformation from pot belly to flat belly after losing 13kg of unhealthy weight. Women are the most happiest people when they have a flat belly. Along with that Prakruthi is enjoying many more benefits like increased stamina, posture and most importantly energy levels. As per the statistics, Obesity is one of the major comorbities that the world is facing especially during this pandemic times. Let's all seek right solution from top class guided program, that ensure health in addition to overcoming excess weight like Prakruthi. What are you wishing for, definite improvement of your health, to bring in ? #ObesityFreeIndia

This is alarming for those transitioning from an inactive to active lifestyle.. or atleast thinking about it.. According to a study published in The Lancet Global Health, half of India's adult population is not physically active enough to meet the World Health Organization's guidelines - - Physical inactivity: The percentage of adults who are not physically active increased from 22.3% in 2000 to 49.4% in 2022. That's more than twice as less active compared to two decades ago. - Gender: More women (57%) than men (42%) are physically inactive. What do you think this Stat should ideally be, as per you? - Health risks: Insufficient physical activity increases the risk of non-communicable diseases and poor physical and cognitive health. The WHO recommends that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity per week or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity. Its only 3 hours of work if you look at it.. Quite shocking!

Evolving landscape of women’s health in India

ALARM BELLS !!!!!!!! Half the adult Indian population does not meet the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) guidelines on sufficient physical activity, according to new data published in the Lancet Global Health. More women (57 per cent) than men (42 per cent men) are physically inactive. Most alarmingly, the prevalence of insufficient physical activity among Indian adults has risen sharply from 22.3 per cent in 2000 to 49.4 per cent in 2022. This means unchecked, 60 per cent of our population would be unfit by 2030 and at risk of disease from not doing enough physical activity. Indians are genetically more prone to developing non-communicable diseases like heart disease and diabetes at least a decade earlier than others. “Lack of physical activity means that you are just aggravating your existing risk factors. The WHO goals were set to reduce risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity and some types of cancer while improving mental health and a stronger immune system,” said Dr K Srinath Reddy, public health expert and top cardiologist. “But delayed urbanisation and industrialisation in some parts of the world have led to a sedentary and comfortable lifestyle, particularly South Asia (including India),” The biggest impediment to fitness is a mental barrier that it is just another routine in a crowded day. “Start with physical activities you enjoy, as simple as watering plants or doing household chores. Once you do that regularly, take the next step by finding a friend to go for a walk or join a community club. Having a pet is a great way to break a sedentary lifestyle,” !!! The above Factual findings are already included in my own Article , posted earlier !!! Let’s remain Healthy & Happy @ all times !!!

A recent study published in The Lancet highlights significant concerns about physical fitness and obesity in India. The study reveals that the prevalence of obesity among adults in India has more than doubled since 1990, with India ranking 180th out of 197 countries for men with obesity and 182nd for women. This double burden of both obesity and underweight issues presents a major health challenge. (India Today - https://lnkd.in/dCmXxKjd) While the Lancet study primarily focuses on physical health, which I believe is directly proportional to mental health and workplace perceptions. Certain misconceptions negatively impact quality of life and employee productivity, setting poor corporate examples.... Long office hours are directly proportional to the hard work. Taking less leaves or no leaves are celebrated. Measuring efficiency by time spent rather than productivity. Many employees preferring leave reimbursements over taking actual holidays. We need to change these perceptions to promote a healthier mind, body, and a more efficient workforce The Lancet #HealthyLife #worklifebalance And the list goes on..

~60% of the Indian adult population will be diagnosed with insufficient physical activity by 2030. That is, if we do not work on it immediately. The recent Global Health Study by The Lancet reported that in 2000, the portion of the adult population constituting this number was 22.3%, which escalated to a whopping 49.4% by 2022, with women at 57% being more physically inactive than men at 42%. I think we are all aware of the health implications this has, and yet we refuse to simply and literally - move. Lack of physical activities leads to not just physical but also mental illnesses. To ensure holistic well-being, it is essential that we adopt healthy routines and habits. One of the major reasons for such inactivity today has been said to be professions that involve long hours of sitting. Individuals at such jobs must ensure that they get up, have a short walk, and do little stretches between tasks. Organizations can also take the initiative to engage employees in frequent physical activities. Even culturally, we prioritize academic or professional achievement over physical fitness. As parents, we can change this. We must push our kids to play a sport or any physical activity between their reading and homework sessions instead of sitting with their screens for long hours. I hope this post serves as a reminder to adopt healthier practices today if we want future generations to avoid this self-induced pandemic, which will be caused by our own actions, or rather the lack of it. https://lnkd.in/gSih-n7A #personaldevelopment #physical #health #mentalhealth #india #sport #c4dpartners #wemindthegap

📢 Women make up to 49.6% of the total population globally and 48.4% of the population India. Yet the existence of gender prejudice in healthcare is significantly prevalent, it is backed by plenty of research, statistics and anecdotal evidence. A difficult reality for women to have a harder time receiving a diagnosis and/ or being misdiagnosed. And we are just scratching the surface here! It is partly because there is a huge gender gap in medical research. Where women aren’t included in clinical trials due to their anatomies being complicated (bizarre, we know!). This has led to a lack in understanding of health expectations and experiences of women. Men are the norm when it comes to health symptoms scenarios. This contributes to concerns in women's healthcare, starting at the country's grassroots. Very recently there has been acknowledgment of the fact that women and men can experience different symptoms for the same conditions and different reactions to the same treatment. Therefore, focused initiatives targeting women’s health become critical at this point in time. With Clear Health, we are striving to help women take charge of their health and lead a more vibrant life. To follow along on our journey and learn more, keep an eye on this space!🌟 #womenshealth #personalizednutrition #holisticwellbeing #personalisedcare #clearhealth

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are among the biggest health and development challenges of the century. In addition to the loss of lives and strain on the healthcare system, the growing burden of NCDs also exacts a staggering economic toll. In India, the burden is especially alarming: - 100+ million Indians live with #diabetes and 136 million are pre-diabetic, - In metro cities like Chennai, 3/4 adults are diabetic or pre-diabetic - Indians get diabetes 10 years earlier than Americans, often in their 30s, during peak productive years. -25% of a poor Indian family’s income is spent on care for one person with diabetes -NCDs are ubiquitous: all states, socioeconomic levels, and rural/urban settings are affected, with the poorest most impacted. This is worrying! #NCDs are steadily rising and #prevention is the only pathway. We cant cure our way out of NCDs. #Early #behavior shaping interventions have a role in curtaining the burden! To combat the NCD crisis, studies show #adolescents should be prioritised because of their adaptability and because most NCD risk factors are acquired during adolescence. A key recommendation of India’s National NCD Monitoring Framework is school-based programs to integrate #good #dietary #practices and #exercise into daily routines. #Schools are ideal platforms to improve #healthy #behaviours in children and adolescents and to mobilize #parents/#communities around health.   India’s adolescents must improve their #lifestyle #habits - i. they lead sedentary lives - #WHO (The Lancet 2019) showed that 3 out of 4 adolescents in India got “insufficient physical activity” in 2016. ii. The important #CNNS National Nutrition Survey (2016-2018) provided definitive evidence that #overweight and #obesity, as well as the threat of diabetes, are on the rise among #school-age #children in #India. In fact, 10.4 percent of adolescents (10-19 years) are estimated to be pre-diabetic. iii. a third of teenagers are estimated to have #highbloodpressure. It is important to intervene before children’s #lifestyle habits are set, and help them make exercise and #healthy #eating part of their everyday lives. Otherwise, they will grow up to get diabetes and heart disease at alarming rates and further contribute to India's NCD crisis. Arogya World