Question

Life style diseases are increasing alarmingly in India. We are also dealing with large scale malnutrition in the population. Suggest a process by which we can address both these problems. Give any three example to support your answer.

Answer 1

Both malnutrition and prevention of lifestyle diseases can be done by adopting healthy diets.

• Eating a diet rich in some vegetables and fruits as part of an overall healthy diet may protect against certain types of cancers. Diets rich in foods containing fibre, such as some vegetables and fruits, may reduce the risk of heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.
• A healthy diet helps in building body mass as well as increasing nutrient and minerals in the body.
• A healthy diet also helps in building overall immunity of the body.