World Digestive Health Day is celebrated every year on May 29 around the world. The holiday provides resources and tools for gastrointestinal (G.I.) diseases to help more people in the general public make better decisions about their health. Awareness can lead to the early diagnosis and treatment of G.I. diseases, including cancer. It should also be known that G.I. diseases can lead to obesity. It also creates more understanding and better support for patients experiencing digestive diseases when their issues and conditions are better understood by the general public.

HOW TO OBSERVE WORLD DIGESTIVE HEALTH DAY

1.     Take a glimpse

This day is full of events. There are seminars held at various locations. There is also training and infomercials that help spread the word and teach people. Be there, you’ll learn a lot.

2.     Get a check-up

Get a check-up for your digestive system. While you’re at it, you could get a general check-up for common diseases too.

3.     Plan a healthy diet

Along with exercise, this is a great way to maintain not only your digestive health but also your whole body. Not sure how to start, there are some great resources online to help begin the process.

5 FACTS ABOUT OBESITY YOU SHOULD KNOW

1.     On the rise

The rate of obesity has almost tripled between 1975 and 2016 worldwide.

2.     Children

In 2019, about 38 million children were overweight or obese.

3.     Obesity kills

Obesity leads to many deaths around the world.

4.     Cardiovascular diseases

Obesity is a proven cause of cardiovascular diseases, such as heart disease and stroke.

5.     Prevention

Obesity is a condition that can be prevented with a healthy diet and exercise regimen.