Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.
Discuss the importance of eating a wide range of foods
Explain the downsides of processed foods and sugary drinks.
Nutrition forms a very important component of health and development. Better nutrition is related to stronger immune systems, safer pregnancies and births, reduced risk of non-communicable diseases, and longer life spans.
Getting less than 5 to 6 hours of sleep per night has been linked to an elevated instance of hypertension. Long-term sleep deprivation has been associated with increased blood pressure, higher heart rate and inflammation.
Sleep deficiency causes a greater instance of fatal cardiovascular problems, such as heart attacks and stroke. Doctors and researchers believe this is because the lack of sleep may disrupt the parts of the brain which control the circulatory system
The effects of continual sleep problems include rapid weight gain. Sleep deprivation negatively impacts the body’s metabolism and eating habits. Tiredness often leads to unhealthy cravings and overindulgence, accompanied by a decrease in stamina and physical activity.
Lack of sleep may affect how the body processes the glucose that cells need as fuel and how much insulin the body produces. This is why it's regarded as a serious risk factor for the onset of type 2 diabetes.
Long-term sleep deprivation has a similar effect to chronic stress; it can lower your immune system's response and make you more vulnerable to infection, including the common cold and flu.