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Many Indian men are not physically active at all. Due to which they are facing the problem of obesity. Dependence on door-to-door services, long hours in the office and fast food have left traditional, healthy eating habits behind. This is directly affecting their health.
Yet many people are unaware of its serious consequences, which can be life threatening. Obesity has become so widespread that people no longer consider it a major threat. But this is the most dangerous. About 2.8 million people die every year from overweight or obesity-related problems. 2.6 crore men in India are facing this challenge. Due to this, it is now necessary to recognize the seriousness of this situation.
Five diseases related to obesity that you may not know about-
diabetes: More than 101 million people in India suffer from diabetes, with 27% of Indian men suffering from abdominal obesity, increasing their risk of developing diabetes. This condition occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) becomes too high. This shows that abdominal obesity can cause many serious health problems.
Heart disease: Men with a BMI over 40 are nearly three times more likely to have a heart attack, stroke or other major heart problem. Therefore, if you have excess weight around your waist, it can block the arteries that nourish your heart, leading to various heart diseases.
high blood pressure: About 34.1% of obese men in India aged 15-54 have high blood pressure. Abdominal obesity puts pressure on the cardiovascular system and makes it difficult to control blood pressure, making hypertension a time bomb, especially when left uncontrolled.
Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is the most common joint problem, affecting areas such as hands, knees, hips, back and neck. Just 10 pounds of extra weight can put 30-60 pounds of extra force on your knees with each step. It's a lot of pressure. Don't you think? Overweight men are nearly five times more likely to develop knee arthritis, which can make joint problems worse.
Enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia): The condition affects about 50% of men between the ages of 51 and 60 and 90% of men over the age of 80. Obesity is very common among Indian men, with 26 million men suffering from obesity, yet little is known about its impact on prostate health. Obesity triggers a chain reaction in the body, leading to problems such as increased intra-abdominal pressure, hormone imbalance, increased nervous system activity, inflammation and oxidative stress. All these factors together create ideal conditions for the development of BPH.
