Authors : Vijaya N Kannake
Page Nos : 148-153
Description :
This paper represents the concept of urbanization. It gives us a brief idea of urbanization and its effect on humans. The paper explains its side effects on the diets, health and physical activity pattern which had been changed due to urbanization. World has many challenges in improving the health and nutrition of its citizens. Our population continues to suffer from chronic illness, disability and premature death. The possible reasons are social inequalities, disparities in health systems and consequences of urbanization and demographic transition. Young children do not get the health care they need and the coverage of nutrition programme is inadequate. Children should be trained right from a young age to think along correct lines for the attainment of health. Health is the root cause of life. Now a days there are number of health problems such as obesity, physical inactivity, under nutrition, poor growth, diabetes, blood pressure etc. In order to overcome these problems is a big question before the whole world. Drastic changes in diet and lifestyle that have occurred with industrialisation, urbanization, economic development and market globalisation have accelerated over the past decade. This is having a significant impact on the health and nutritional status of populations, particularly in developing countries and in countries in transition. To promote healthy diets and lifestyle, particularly in children and young people, strategic partnership must be built by the government. The paper will also explain the pros and cons of urbanization. It will also help to indulge proper diet and effective plans in order to improve health.
_____________________________________
