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Narrative Review | Public Health Education | Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026 | Pages: 674 - 676 | India
Emerging Trends in Nutrition and Lifestyle Modification: Rediscovering the Foundations of Healthy Living
Abstract: Changing dietary patterns and sedentary lifestyles have contributed to the rising burden of nutrition-related health problems across age groups. This review highlights the shift from traditional diet toward processed and sugary foods, reduced physical activity, and the resulting coexistence of anemia, obesity, diabetes, and hypertension within the same household. It emphasizes practical strategies such as balanced diet using locally available foods, mindful eating, and routine physical activity. Cultural beliefs, food access, and awareness levels in semi-urban settings are also considered. Drawing on recent research, the review underscores the importance of integrating traditional dietary knowledge with contemporary nutritional science to promote sustainable and preventive health behaviours. Special attention is given to vulnerable populations-including children, pregnant women, and the elderly-who require targeted nutritional support and health education. Overall, the paper presents nutrition and lifestyle as modifiable determinants of long-term health and calls for future research, integrating traditional practices with modern nutritional science, public health interventions and digital health innovations is essential to support vulnerable groups, to create healthier and to promote sustainable, long-term health outcomes.
Keywords: nutrition trends, lifestyle modification, personalized nutrition, functional foods, sustainable diets, mindful eating, and digital nutrition
How to Cite?: Joanna Satya J, Suguna A, Hemalatha K, "Emerging Trends in Nutrition and Lifestyle Modification: Rediscovering the Foundations of Healthy Living", Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 674-676, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26409100642, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26409100642