An Ayurvedic View on the Changes in Lifestyle and Pathophysiological Increase in Associated Disorders in Children and Adolescents in the Modern Era

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.