With the aim of integrating a holistic and non-stigmatizing view of diabetes disorders Eating behavior And chronic diseases resulting from it, Senate of the Republic He asked the Ministry of Health to review the information provided in campaigns to prevent overweight and obesity, which are already problematic situations Public Health in Mexico.

Senators emphasized that it is imperative to improve publicity issued by the state, as messages sent to girls, boys and teens must include multidisciplinary content in every element they provide, in order to effect a change in diet and exercise habits.

The opinion was the result of a review of the federal government’s cartoon “What Are You Swallowing Up?” , Which talks about the sale and consumption of high-calorie foods in schools, as well as the health consequences of eating. Processed products.

After analyzing media materials targeting minors, the lawmakers reiterated the need for the Ministry of Health to review the type of information provided in campaigns to prevent overweight and obesity.

The Senate has confirmed that obesity is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes. Moreover, according to the National Health and Nutrition Survey, the prevalence of diabetes due to a previous diagnosis reached 8.6 million people in 2018 and because of the annual increase of 2.7 percent. It is already considered a public health problem.

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