Research worldwide has established a strong correlation between lifestyle disorders and
harmful childhood dietary and lifestyle practises. Therefore, it is essential that children adopt
a healthy lifestyle at an early age. This issue places a substantial burden on households and
national economies worldwide. The prevalence of lifestyle disorders in adolescents, such as
obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, gastrointestinal diseases and psychological
disorders, has increased dramatically over the past two decades. Social media, electronic
devices, and video games are increasingly substituting physical activities among modern
children, leading to mental health issues such as depression and dietary disorders. Moreover,
misleading advertisements from multibillion-dollar food industry brands have influenced the
consumption of processed foods. Insufficient quality time spent with children by parents
exacerbates the problem. Despite increased literacy, awareness, and access to healthcare, theproblem persists and has attracted the focus of the World Health Organisation (WHO) due to
its potential to affect millions of lives and contribute to unprecedented disease mutation rates.
To effectively address this issue, the underlying causes, namely inactivity, unhealthy food
consumption, and living environments, must be identified. Ayurveda, the foremost life science,
offers guidance on preventing and addressing lifestyle disorders. By incorporating principles
of Ayurveda into dietary management and lifestyle practices, including Panchakarma
procedures for purifying the body, medications, and rejuvenation therapies such as Rasayanas,
it presents a holistic approach that can effectively address various ailments affecting children.
Keywords: Lifestyle Disorders, Juvenile Diabetes, Childhood Obesity, Ayurvedic Management
Publication date: 01/07/2024
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