in this report WHO chief Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus The United States has said that walking, cycling, sports and other physical activities are not only beneficial for one’s own physical and mental health, but are also essential for society, the environment and the economy.
Cases of deadly disease will increase due to sedentary lifestyle
According to WHO report, Sedentary lifestyle can increase the cases of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The report also claims that globally, around 500 million new cases of NCDs will be reported between 2020 and 2030. Of which about 47% will be from diseases that result from high blood pressure, and 43% from depression.
80% of adolescents are not physically active
According to the WHO report, One or more of every four adults and 80 percent of adolescents do little to no physical activity. Along with this, the level of physical inactivity has been found to be higher in girls.
According to the WHO report and several research studies, Physical inactivity is a modifiable risk factor in many diseases. Like reducing smoking and alcohol consumption, many diseases can be prevented if a person can incorporate more hours of effective physical activity into daily life.
Physical activity is essential for a healthy life
According to WHO, Physical activity works to improve mental health, which prevents depression, anxiety as well as develops children’s brain well.
In addition, people who do regular physical activity have a 20-30% lower risk of premature death, heart disease, depression, dementia by 7-8%, and type 2 diabetes by 5%. Apart from this, it also strengthens bones and muscles, which can reduce the cases of disability and death due to fall in old age.
The risk of Covid-19 is even greater
The pandemic of Covid-19, which has been going on for two years, has reduced physical activity manifold. Due to which people have become more vulnerable to diseases. However, due to the pandemic, many people have also realized how unfit they are and the need for exercise and better eating habits.
NCD will also have an impact on the economy
According to the United Nations agency The cost of treating new cases of preventable non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as stroke, heart disease, diabetes, mental health, cancer will reach about US$300 billion by 2030, up from US$27 billion annually. Due to which the economic burden of all the countries will increase.
what is the solution of this problem
Experts say that the solution to this problem is to promote and participate in more and more physical activity. It is not necessary for you to do heavy exercise. Regular activities like walking, cycling, running, climbing stairs, physical work, playing outdoor games can also prove beneficial for you.
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