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Maintaining healthy habits and mindful eating during festive seasons

Experts advise moderation and medication adherence for people living with NCDs during celebrations in Nepal.

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  • Festive celebrations involve consuming various traditional dishes that are often eaten in excess.
  • People living with NCDs must continue their prescribed medications without stopping.
  • Physical activities like walking and dancing help keep individuals active during holidays.

Festivals are widely celebrated periods when households prepare a diverse range of special foods. While these occasions often encourage overindulgence, maintaining such habits throughout the entire festive duration can lead to adverse health outcomes. Mindful eating during these times does not require missing out on cultural traditions or diminishing personal joy. Individuals managing non-communicable conditions need to exercise particular caution regarding their food choices. Certain ingredients and excessive sugar intake can influence blood glucose levels, complicating management routines. At the same time, patients must continue their prescribed medical treatments without altering or pausing dosages, ensuring sufficient medical supplies are available for the entire duration of the holidays. Incorporating daily physical activity helps balance the increased intake of festive meals. Simple movements like walking, dancing, and participating in domestic chores assist in keeping people active. Rational dietary decisions combined with proper medical adherence allow everyone to celebrate cultural events safely and responsibly.

From public sources and the WeNepal research team

https://wenepal.com/article/maintaining-healthy-habits-and-mindful-eating-during-festive-seasons-20261018

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