siliconindia | | MAY 20258India's healthcare sector has transformed through initiatives like the National Health Policy, enhancing accessibility and affordability. The Indian healthcare system is also witnessing multiple healthcare innovations, ranging from low-cost medical devices to innovative healthcare delivery models.Furthermore, India has emerged as a leading destination for medical tourism due to the availability of skilled doctors, advance technology. Factors such as cost-effective treatment, advanced technology, a wide range of specialties, alternative medicine, English language proficiency, and ease of travel have contributed to India's growing medical industry.The Crux of Life: Better HealthcareConsiderably, health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. As it is said, `Keep your Vitality, A life without health is like a river without water', healthcare improvement or maintenance of health via the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, amelioration or cure of disease, illness or other physical and mental impairments is vital.The major concerns to healthcare originate from lifestyle disorders today. Lifestyle disorders have become a major concern in India due to rapid urbanization, unhealthy eating habits, sedentary lifestyles, and increased stress. As urban populations adopt desk jobs, consume processed foods, and experience mental health challenges, conditions like obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension have surged, affecting even younger generations. Especially, the growing cases of the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) places a heavy burden on India's healthcare system and economy. Despite growing awareness, the need for preventive measures, better healthcare access, and healthier lifestyle choices is more urgent than ever.Types of Lifestyle Disorders:The present generation is grappling with a range of significant health challenges stemmed from lifestyle disorders, including Depression, Difficulty Concentrating, Irritability, Weight Gain, Impaired Work Performance, and Sleeping Disorders. These issues are often interconnected and can have a profound impact on both mental and physical well-being, affecting daily life, productivity, and overall quality of life. Behavioral risk factors such as excessive use of alcohol, bad food habits, eating and smoking tobacco, physical inactivity, wrong body postures and disturbed biological clock increase the likelihood of NCDs. The modern occupational setting (desk jobs) and the stress related to work is also being seen as a potent risk factor.Key Factors Contributing to Lifestyle Disorders:· Sleep disorders· Obesity· Addiction to Smoking and Drinking· Digital Media InfluenceThe Importance of Quality SleepSleep is often overlooked, but it's essential for our overall health, both physically and mentally. If you're feeling tired all the time, having trouble concentrating, or experiencing mood swings, it could be a sign that you're not getting enough quality sleep. Sleep disorders, which affect people in different ways, are becoming more common due to stress or health issues. When we don't sleep well, it becomes harder to stay positive and healthy mentally, and our daily activities can also suffer. A proper sleep routine helps us stay consistent and mentally fit, making it easier to face the day with energy and focus.ObesityObesity is a growing concern, especially for today's younger generation. Social media has set unrealistic beauty standards, putting pressure on individuals to look perfect, which can lead to low self-esteem and unhealthy habits. On top of that, sedentary jobs, long screen time, and a lack of physical activity have contributed to the rise in obesity. Emotional eating is also common, as many people turn to food for comfort when stressed, anxious, or depressed. These habits can lead to weight gain and other health problems, making it important to address both the physical and emotional factors affecting our well-being.EDITORIAL EXCLUSIVERISE OF LIFESTYLE DISORDERS: A GROWING CRISIS IN INDIASejal Singh B G, Correspondent, Siliconindia
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