4th World Congress on Food and Nutrition

Presently, the prevalence of both fast-food consumption and obesity has been increased. The study intended to survey the prevalence of fast food consumption and to determine its association with abdominal and general obesity. Fast-food consumption was correlated with abdominal obesity but did not relate to obesity based on BMI. Fast-food consumption has an increasing trend due to convenience, costs, menu choices, flavor, and taste. Although there are many contributing factors to obesity, such as over-eating, poor food choices, genetic disposition, and lack of exercise , the problem goes far beyond individual behavior. The food industry can make a significant contribution to reducing obesity by cutting back on sugary or fattening products, offering healthier choices, becoming more transparent with nutritional information. In addition, obesity prevalence increased dramatically worldwide as one of the most serious public health problems especially in childhood and adolescents in the ...

Healthy Diet Fish is a low-fat and high-protein food that provides a range of health benefits. Particularly white-fleshed fish is lower in fat than any other source of animal protein, and oily fish are high in omega-3 fatty acids or the "good" fats and vitamins such as D and B2 ( riboflavin ). Fish is rich in calcium and phosphorus and an immense source of minerals like iron, zinc, magnesium, iodine, and potassium. In consideration of the human body can’t make significant amounts of these essential nutrients, fish are an important part of the diet. Cultural Importance Fish is not only an important source of nutrition but also important in cultural and family practices as well. fish, the chiefly salmon, is an integral part of their lives and serves as a symbol of their prosperity, culture, and heritage. Beyond eating fish, another way to consume omega-3 fatty acids is by taking fish oil supplements. Fish oils come from both fish caught as food for humans and from small f...

  Nutrition has been specified as one of the greatest environmental factors on babies in the womb, and it remains essential throughout infancy and the early years of child development. The aspect of nutrition and its correlation to brain development is complex. Early nutrient deficiency can reduce brain cell production. Later it can impact cell size and complexity. The nutrient loss is also impacting the complex chemical processes of the brain which leads to less effective communication between brain cells. All nutrient shortages impact brain development. and cognitive function. Nutrition and brain health plays a crucial role in how your child acts, thinks, and feels in society. All these aspects are surrounded by teaching your child healthy eating habits and practicing a healthy lifestyle. Foods to Avoid Most processed, ‘fast foods’, pre-made, and boxed foods include polyunsaturated fats which results in brain cell damage. Avoid excess amounts of processed sugars and m...