Good nutrition, based on healthy eating is one essential factor that helps us to stay healthy and be active.
What causes poor nutrition?
Poor eating habits includes under or over eating, not having enough of the healthy foods we need each day, or consuming too many types of food and drink, which are low in fiber or high in fat , salt and sugar.
These unhealthy eating habits can affect our nutrient intake, including energy ( or kilojoules ) protein, carbohydrates , essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals as well as fiber and fluid.
How does poor nutrition affect us?
Poor nutrition can impair our daily health and well being and reduce our ability to lead an enjoyable and active life.
In the short term, poor nutrition can contribute to stress, tiredness and our capacity to work and over time, it can contribute to the risk of developing some illnesses and other health problems such as :
- Being Overweight or Obese
- Tooth Decay
- High Blood Pressure
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease and Stroke
- Type-2 Diabetes
- Osteoporosis
- Some Cancers
- Depression
- Eating disorders.
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