Diet & Lifestyle: The Unsung Heroes of Long-Term Health, Says Dr. Rohini Patil

• Genetics and medical interventions often overshadow the critical role of daily habits in long-term health outcomes.
• Economic Survey 2025–26 reveals 24% of Indian women and 23% of men are overweight/obese, driven by unhealthy diets and sedentary lifestyles.
• Dr. Rohini Patil emphasizes that long-term health is shaped more by daily habits than occasional treatments, highlighting diet and lifestyle as powerful determinants of longevity.
• Lifestyle-related conditions (NCDs) like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers are strongly linked to modifiable behaviors, not just genetic destiny.
• Sustainable health requires prioritizing diet quality, integrating physical activity, protecting sleep, avoiding harmful substances, and focusing on consistency in daily choices.