The Power of Nutrition for Disease Prevention.

Nutrition is the bedrock of every life processes and it should start from childhood down to adulthood "There is a saying that "Health is wealth"

Good nutrition is the key to health and personal development, which is achieved along side lifestyle modification and living an active life.

The food choice we make Influence's our health either for the good or bad and our daily food choice may either benefit our health or cause harm a little.

Nutrition does three major thing which is: 

I. Growth 

II. Maintenance of the body processes 

III. Replacement of the worn out tissues.

Your skin, which seems to have covered you from birth, is not the same skin that covered you eight years ago. It has been replaced entirely by new cells since then. The fat beneath your skin is not the same fat that was there a year ago. Your oldest red blood cell is only 120 days old, and the entire lining of your digestive tract is renewed every 3 days.

So in order to maintain yourself, you must continually replenish from foods, the energy and the nutrients you use up in maintaining your body.

Is amazing that the body can derive this energy and all the needed materials and regulating agents from diversification of diets we consume. Which means you can eat food entirely different from what another person ate, provided that all the nutrient and needed energy is present in its sufficient amount and still maintain a normal human body from them.

As long as you give your body the nutrient it needs in sufficient amount, your body structure will form well.

Apparently, carelessness about nutrition from early stage has contributed to today's most prevalent degenerative diseases  such as heart diseases, cancer, diabetes , kidney failure etc.

Definitely some people will become ill or die young no matter the food choices they made, While some will live long despite making poor choices. So for the large majority, the food choices they make each and everyday benefits or impair their health directly.

Reason is this, all the energy a person needs and the body's pieces comes from the nutrient the person derives from food.

In this article, we will explore the role of nutrition in disease prevention and how a healthy diet can help reduce the risk of various illnesses.

The Importance of Balanced Diet.

A balanced diet is essential for optimal health, and it can help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.

A balanced diet includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

These foods provide the body with essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which can help prevent cellular damage and inflammation.

The Role of Specific Nutrients.

Certain nutrients have been found to be particularly for disease prevention. For example Omega 3 fatty acids, found in fatty fish and certain nuts and seeds, have been linked to a reduced of heart disease and stroke. Antioxidants such as vitamin E and C, beta carotene, selenium, can help prevent cellular damage and inflammation, which can lead to chronic diseases.

In addition, fiber found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, can help prevent digestive disorders and help reduce the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Calcium and vitamin D are important for bone health and help prevent osteoporosis.

The Importance of Moderation.

While specific nutrients are important for disease prevention, it is also important to emphasize moderation in our diet. Consuming too much of certain nutrients such as salt and saturated fats can increase the risk of chronic diseases. Sodium found in processed foods and restaurant meals can increase blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease. Saturated fats found in fatty meats and full fat diary products, can increase cholesterol levels.

The Role of Lifestyle Factors.

In addition to a healthy diet, other lifestyle factors can play a role in disease prevention. Regular physical activity, can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, etc. Not smoking is also important for disease prevention, as smoking has been linked to an increased risk of lung cancer, heart disease and stroke.