{"id":26287,"date":"2026-01-11T20:14:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-11T19:14:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centroandaluzalfa1.org\/?p=26287"},"modified":"2026-01-11T20:14:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T19:14:41","slug":"nutrition-and-health-prevention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/centroandaluzalfa1.org\/en\/nutrition-and-health-prevention\/","title":{"rendered":"Nutrition and health prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Nutrition and health prevention<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Children’s cardiovascular health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In Spain, childhood obesity remains a major challenge in 2025, affecting more than a third of schoolchildren (36.1% overweight in 2023), with figures that vary according to age and socioeconomic level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sedentary lifestyle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, sedentary behavior is a key factor, evidenced by a significant increase in screen time and a reduction in physical activity, according to studies such as PASOS 2022-2025 by the Gasol Foundation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This data is particularly important given that the World Health Organization considers that 80% of cases could be prevented with healthy habits instilled from an early age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nutrition and health prevention<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Stages from birth<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Infant<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

From birth, these two factors are key to prevention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first six months, exclusive breastfeeding is essential<\/strong>; and complementary feeding should continue until two years of age, gradually introducing a variety of natural foods starting at six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, free movement, crawling, and play are fundamental to stimulating their development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is well known that obesity in children under two years of age carries a 30% greater chance of persisting into adolescence, and thus into adulthood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

preschool age<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Between the ages of three and five,<\/strong> a varied diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein, along with limited sugar intake, is essential for protecting cardiovascular health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, it is important to combine a healthy diet with 180 minutes of physical activity of any intensity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t forget that young children need to sleep more than an adult, between 10 and 13 hours of sleep per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preadolescence<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

During the school years, from ages six to twelve<\/strong>, a balanced breakfast is recommended, while limiting snacks, pastries, and sugary drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also very important to encourage physical activity, whether it be walking, cycling, or any other extracurricular activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth considering replacing these types of activities with screen time, limiting their use to two hours per day.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adolescence<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Young people between the ages of thirteen and seventeen <\/strong>are at a stage where they consolidate their eating and physical activity habits; they already have autonomy and the capacity to make choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If they have acquired healthy habits during childhood, it is considered that they have made optimal progress to continue into adulthood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A responsible relationship with food is a very important step in people’s lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nutrition and health prevention<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Respiratory problems<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We don’t usually pay attention to the problems that can result from excessive consumption of ultra-processed foods from childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this case, a study carried out by the University Clinic of Navarra <\/a>has shown that if 30% of the diet consists of ultra-processed <\/strong>foods, in minors, the risk of suffering from chronic respiratory diseases increases.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Risks to respiratory health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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It is estimated that the risk can be up to four times higher than in a person with a healthy diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is due to the inflammatory effect on the airways.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The relationship between diet and respiratory health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nutrition plays a crucial role in the management and prevention of chronic respiratory diseases<\/strong> such as asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), and pulmonary fibrosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A balanced, nutrient-rich diet can significantly improve lung function, reduce inflammation, and strengthen the immune system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this reason, we consider good nutrition as a preventative measure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What foods are most recommended for patients with chronic respiratory diseases?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

It’s very simple, it’s about incorporating basic and accessible foods into your daily diet, which, if consumed daily, will have a very positive impact on your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n