Many health risks can be controlled by simple preventive measures. Primary prevention, i.e. the patient’s responsibility for his own health, is important for preventing morbidity. Obesitologist Adela Penesová pointed this out on the occasion of Tuesday’s (April 7) World Health Day, saying that it is especially important to follow a healthy lifestyle.
The expert pointed out that most deaths are caused by cardiovascular and oncological diseases. Therefore, it is important active search for potential patients, but at the same time responsibility for one’s own health and reduction of risk factors.
“That is, to do everything to ensure that health lasts as long as possible. And the basis is a healthy lifestyle. That is, provided that we do not smoke, that we will have a minimum consumption of alcoholso it’s mainly about a healthy diet, adequate movement, restriction of sitting, correct drinking regime. But also about factors such as relaxation, sleep, stress relief. All this belongs to the healthy lifestyle,” explained the expert.
The health of the body can be tested, for example, by measuring the metabolic age. “Metabolic age is not a fashion trend, but an accurate signal of how quickly our body ages. If it is higher than the actual age, it means that fatigue, weight gain or high blood pressure come earlier than they should.” explained the doctor, saying that this age can be reduced precisely by a good lifestyle.
From the results of a survey by the agency 2muse for the network of pharmacies Dr. Max concludes that the metabolic age of Slovaks is on average five years higher than their actual age. At the same time, patients estimate their metabolic age to be seven years lower on average. Seven-year difference between real and perceived age according to experts, it is proof of why many civilizational diseases develop silently in Slovakia.
Dr. responds to the need for prevention. Max also by launching the nationwide initiative Forever 20. As part of it, he wants to motivate people to take small steps towards better metabolic health and a longer life. On the web it offers, for example online metabolic age calculator. Various types of examinations or professional advice can also be used within the network of pharmacies.
