IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH AND PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH (IJHPR )

E-ISSN 2545-5737
P-ISSN 2695-2165
VOL. 9 NO. 3 2024
DOI: 10.56201/ijhpr.v9.no3.2024.pg53.65

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Lifestyle Factors Contributing to Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDS) and Premature Mortality (Ages 30-60) in Nigeria

Sanni Abdulguadri Isah, Jimoh Qamoriyah Omobolaji, Alabi Idris Opeyemi, Musa Esther Aded, Fasakin Sunday Oyekanmi and Alao Adenike Shalom

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Abstract

This study investigates the intricate relationship between lifestyle factors and the prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Nigeria. Rapid urbanization and globalization have significantly influenced dietary patterns, physical activity levels, and substance use, contributing to the rising burden of diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancers. This research adopts a mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative data from surveys and health records with qualitative insights from interviews and focus groups. This comprehensive approach provide a nuanced understanding of the socio- economic determinants and regional disparities impacting NCD prevalence in Nigeria. The findings reveal a pervasive adoption of unhealthy lifestyles characterized by diets high in salt, sugar, and saturated fats, coupled with sedentary behaviors and low physical activity levels. Tobacco use and harmful alcohol consumption further exacerbate these risk factors, showing significant variations between northern and southern regions. Theoretical insights drawn from the social determinants of health theory, the Health Belief Model, and Health Promotion and Behavioral Change approaches guide the analysis. These frameworks underscore the influence of socio-economic conditions, cultural norms, and health behaviors on individual health outcomes related to NCDs. Addressing these challenges requires a collaborative, multi- sectoral approach involving government agencies, healthcare providers, educational institutions, community organizations, and the private sector. Policy recommendations include implementing targeted health promotion campaigns, improving access to nutritious foods, and integrating comprehensive NCD prevention and management strategies into primary healthcare services. This study underscores the urgent need for evidence-based interventions tailored to local contexts to combat the escalating burden of

keywords:

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), Lifestyle factors, Socio-economic

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