are suffering from diseases such as obesity, diabetes and cancer. In view of the increasing number of these serious health problems, the World Health Organization (WHO) has asked all countries to formulate policies as soon as possible to promote a balanced diet and physical activity.

Increasing risk of non-communicable diseases

Wajed warned that heart disease Cases of non-communicable diseases like obesity, diabetes and cancer are increasing. These diseases are now causing two-thirds of deaths. According to statistics, about 50 lakh children under the age of 5 are obese, while 3 lakh 73 thousand children between the ages of 5 and 19 are struggling with this problem.

The need for lifestyle changes

Currently the region is facing rapid demographic change, urbanization, economic development and unbalanced diet. This has also had a negative impact on the lifestyle of people. About 74% of adolescents and 50% of youth are not physically active. This situation has become so serious that if this increase continues, it will be difficult to achieve the goals of sustainable development by 2030.

Unhealthy foods are being banned ,

Wazed said that many countries have already implemented food labelling rules, banned trans fats and taken steps to increase taxes on sweetened beverages. However, many steps are still needed to establish a healthy society. Now the time has come to redefine our eating habits and physical activities so that we can ensure a healthy future not only for ourselves but also for the coming generations.