Archive and Library hosts obesity prevention lecture
The National Archives and Library Authority, in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Health Services Company, organized a virtual lecture on the role of nutrition in preventing and managing obesity, aiming to enhance public awareness about the importance of proper nutrition. The lecture covered the global and local prevalence of obesity, explained the concept of obesity and how it is classified using the Body Mass Index (BMI), and discussed the factors contributing to increased risk of chronic diseases. It clarified that obesity results from an unhealthy balance between calorie intake and expenditure, leading to fat accumulation and higher chances of illness. The lecture also reviewed the concept of the "Healthy Plate," which balances vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and proteins, emphasizing the importance of regular physical activity and avoiding harmful dietary habits such as emotional eating and skipping meals. It reiterated that maintaining a healthy weight requires sustainable eating practices and an active lifestyle, which helps reduce the risk of chronic diseases and improves quality of life.
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