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Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease poses a significant global disease burden. Identifying modifiable risk factors is essential in guiding healthcare policies aimed at preventing NCDs in the population. While studies have established a link between insufficient sleep patterns and premature mortality, evidences regarding the association between sleep patterns […]

Short sleep duration (<7 hours/day) is associated with several health complications, including increased risk of type 2 diabetes (T2DM). Though studies have shown that increasing the daily sleep duration to a minimum of 7 hours may reduce the risk of T2DM, several challenges preclude getting adequate sleep, including heavy work schedules, childcare responsibilities, or economic

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common chronic gastrointestinal (GI) disorder that impairs the quality of life. It is a functional disorder, i.e., there are no structural, physiological, or biochemical abnormalities in the GI tract. Factors such as poor lifestyle and poor dietary habits, such as lack of physical activity, sleep disturbance, and irregular eating, elevate

Obesity is a significant health burden, affecting 650 million adults worldwide. Obesity is an important risk factor for several chronic diseases, cancers, and osteoarthritis. According to the World Health Organization, at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity on a weekly basis is essential to prevent and treat obesity.

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become increasingly popular food choices over the past decades, especially among the young and middle-aged adults because of their appealing taste, easy availability, and convenience. Interestingly, not only do they contain processed sugars, proteins, fats, but also are made using low-cost raw materials, artificial additives, and unhealthy cooking methods to prolong

Consumption of coffee has been documented to prevent the development of colorectal cancer (CRC) or improve prognosis after the diagnosis of CRC. Coffee is known to have chemopreventive properties. The possible mechanisms by which coffee consumption can influence colorectal carcinogenesis are attributed to the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiproliferative, pro-apoptotic, and insulin-sensitizing properties of the heterogeneous components

Foods and drinks consisting of added sugars in large amounts is a major lifestyle concern! Added sugars are associated with a greater risk of cardiometabolic conditions (e.g., obesity, diabetes, heart disease) and liver disease. Fructose in the form of added sugar may have adverse effects on lipid metabolism in the liver and impair the production

Healthy dietary changes represent an effective means of preventing and reducing the burden of metabolic diseases as diet is a well-known contributor to central adiposity and metabolic dysregulation. Lentils, a type of pulse, have a unique nutritional profile. They are rich in fiber and protein; besides, they also contain polyphenols (a dietary bioactive compound). Consuming

Sedentary lifestyle has become increasingly prevalent in modern times, with prolonged sitting at workplace being considered a key part of normal life. At many workplaces, individuals are noted to sit for prolonged periods, despite being aware of the adverse health effects associated with sedentary behavior. The World Health Organization has issued physical activity guidelines in

Bone strength is an essential component of lifelong health. Peak bone mass achieved in early adulthood as a result of accumulation of bone mass during skeletal growth and development is indicative of long-term bone health. Suboptimal accrual of bone mass at young age can pave the way for development of osteoporosis in older age. Besides