New Delhi, May 21 -- Ever heard of the term "metabolic disorder?" You should know that this is one of the most prominent health problems in today's times. A new study in The Lancet Journal found that metabolic issues such as high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and obesity have led to a 50 percent rise in poor health and early death among people between 2000 and 2021. The recent findings highlight the health consequences of an aging population and changing lifestyles.

The study found that people between the ages of 15 and 49 were more vulnerable to high BMI (body mass index), blood sugar, and blood pressure levels. The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) notes that there is an urgent need to address preventable risk ...