The World Health Organization points out that a sedentary lifestyle will cause disease for 500 million people by 2030
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that around 500 million people will have heart disease and diabetes by 2030. In addition, obesity and other noncommunicable diseases (noncommunicable diseases) are projected to increase due to lifestyle. sedentary life.
These diseases will generate a cost of approximately R $ 142 billion (US $ 27 billion) to the public coffers of the 194 countries analyzed. In fact, the percentage equates to over BRL 1.5 trillion by 2030 ($ 300 billion). The numbers were published on Tuesday (18) in the report on the unprecedented global state of physical activity 2022, made by the WHO.
The Ministry of Health estimates that 22% of the Brazilian population is currently obese. In addition, a UFMG (Federal University of Minas Gerais) study also found that three out of ten adults in Brazil are expected to suffer from obesity by 2030.
Cardiovascular disease, in turn, particularly heart attack and stroke, has already killed more than 300,000 Brazilians in 2022 – an average of 1,100 people per day, or 46 per hour, according to the SBC (Brazilian Society of Cardiology).
Furthermore, a study conducted by researchers from the Universidade Estadual Paulista (Unesp) highlighted that the social isolation caused by the Covid-19 pandemic has contributed to the increase in sedentary lifestyle in the country. This, in turn, is directly linked to the increase in diabetes.
The conclusion of the research conducted by Unesp showed that lack of physical activity may be responsible for 9.6% (11.1 million) of diabetes cases. However, this could represent 12.5% (1.7 million) of overall mortality worldwide if this high prevalence is maintained for long.
Heart disease prevention
The Ministry of Health highlights walking as an effective way to maintain heart health. According to the file, just 30 minutes of walking a day helps:
- Prevent heart attacks and problems;
- Check your blood pressure;
- Reduce cholesterol levels;
- Tone the muscles and strengthen the bones;
- Increase your energy levels and get the most out of your life;
- Control weight, improve sleep;
- Increase physical and mental well-being.
In addition, the ministry also points out 10 steps to ward off heart disease. Are they:
- Avoid smoking;
- Say no to obesity;
- Exercise regularly
- Check your blood pressure;
- Choose your food well;
- Check cholesterol;
- Reduce daily stress;
- Know if you are diabetic
- Don’t neglect your free time;
- Consult your doctor periodically.
diabetes prevention
Diabetes can also be avoided by adopting healthy habits. According to the Brazilian Diabetes Society, the practice of physical exercise is a great ally in prevention. In addition, other attitudes can contribute, as pointed out by the Ministry of Health. Are they:
- Eat vegetables and at least three servings of fruit a day;
- Reduce the consumption of salt, sugar and fat;
- Stop smoking;
- Monitor your weight.
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