Management and Prevention Strategies for Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) and Their Risk Factors

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are of increasing concern for society and national governments, as well as globally due to their high mortality rate. The main risk factors of NCDs can be classified into the categories of self-management, genetic factors, environmental factors, factors of medical conditions, and socio-demographic factors. The main focus is on the elements of self-management and to reach a consensus about the influence of food on risk management and actions toward the prevention of NCDs at all stages of life. Nutrition interventions are essential in managing the risk of NCDs. As they are of the utmost importance, this review highlights NCDs and their risk factors and outlines several common…

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  European Regional Development Fund

  Awards: 01.2.2-LMT-K-718, 01.2.2-LMT-K-718-02-0012, No. 01.2.2-LMT-K-718