Lifestyle disorders are no longer confined to specific populations—they are rapidly becoming a global health challenge affecting individuals across all age groups and socio-economic backgrounds. From obesity and diabetes to stress-related and metabolic conditions, these disorders are deeply rooted in modern lifestyles shaped by rapid urbanization, dietary transitions, and technological advancements.
Volume I: Understanding Lifestyle Disorders provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary exploration of the causes, patterns, and determinants of these conditions. Drawing from the principles of Home Science, this volume examines the complex interplay of nutrition, physical inactivity, psychosocial stress, socio-cultural influences, and environmental factors in shaping health outcomes.
With insights into emerging areas such as gut microbiome, digital lifestyle impacts, and micronutrient deficiencies—even in affluent populations—this volume offers a strong conceptual foundation for understanding lifestyle-related diseases in today’s rapidly changing world.
Designed for students, researchers, and health professionals, this volume serves as the essential first step in addressing lifestyle disorders by building awareness, deepening understanding, and encouraging critical thinking.