What proportion of the population of Uzbekistan does not follow the rules of proper nutrition?

44 percent of the population of Uzbekistan is not physically active, 36 percent do not follow the rules of proper nutrition. This was announced at a meeting attended by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

“According to the conducted studies, it was found that 44 percent of the population is not physically active, 36 percent do not follow the rules of proper nutrition,” the presidential press secretary Sherzod Asadov wrote on his Telegram channel.

It is said that the sharp decrease in the consumption of cereals, grains, fruits and vegetables among the population, and the increase in salt and sugar consumption further increases concerns.

“As a result, 56 percent of people are overweight, 38 percent have problems with blood pressure. Non-communicable diseases are causing premature death. Therefore, the nationwide movement “Healthy Person - Healthy Nation” will be launched,” the report noted.

The authorities were told about the need to cover every family with the promotion of healthy eating and physical activity. In this regard, it was emphasized that it is necessary to prepare popular and effective social videos and broadcast them daily on central TV channels. Follow “Zamin” news on “Telegram”