2024年8月29日
Lifestyle and Mental Health
It is well known that one’s lifestyle has a direct correlatione with mental health. One such condition is eating disorder.
At Roppongi Clinic, we are able to provide examinations and treatments for lifestyle-related diseases, as well as health checkups to evaluate the risk of developing lifestyle-related diseases. If you are suffering from lifestyle-related diseases or are health-conscious, please feel free to use our clinic at any time.
- Those who have been diagnosed with a lifestyle-related disease risk during a health check
- Suffering from weight-related issues
- Those with a family history of lifestyle-related diseases
- Those with irregular lifestyle habits
- Those who feel unwell
- Those who are concerned about their diet
- People interested in nutritional guidance
What is a lifestyle-related disease?
The term “lifestyle-related diseases” is commonly known, but do you really understand what it means?
These diseases result from daily habits that significantly impact our well-being. Factors like sleep, diet, exercise, alcohol consumption, and smoking all play a crucial role. When these qualities of lifestyle decline, it can develop to conditions known as lifestyle-related diseases. Common lifestyle-related diseases include diabetes and hypertension. Major causes of death in Japan, like cancer, stroke, and heart disease, are also connected to this disease.
Prevention involves maintaining healthy habits, and in certain cases managing these conditions requires regular doctor visits and lifestyle changes. Genetics is another factor to consider, so it’s important to be aware if these conditions run in your family. Recently, more young people are developing lifestyle-related diseases due to poor habits.
Symptoms of Lifestyle Related Diseases
Lifestyle-related diseases often have subtle symptoms that can be easy to miss. Here are some key points to keep in mind:
- Undetected Symptoms: These diseases usually progress without noticeable symptoms, making it crucial to monitor your daily habits.
- Regular Health Checkups: Routine health screenings are essential for early detection, even if you feel fine.
- Obesity as a Warning Sign: While physical symptoms are uncommon, obesity is a significant warning sign. It often indicates poor lifestyle habits and nearly doubles the risk of developing lifestyle-related diseases compared to others.
Being proactive with both lifestyle choices and health checkups is key to preventing and managing these conditions.
Common Lifestyle Related Diseases
Hypertension
Refers to a condition in which blood pressure is higher than normal. Approximately 10 million people in Japan have been diagnosed with hypertension.
Diabetes mellitus
This disease occurs when blood sugar levels are too high due to a lack of insulin. If not managed properly, it can lead to serious complications like blindness, kidney failure, or even amputation. Getting early treatment is crucial to maintaining a good quality of life.
Hyperuricemia
It is when there’s too much uric acid in the body. It’s often known as gout, a condition that can cause sudden, severe pain in the joints.
Dyslipidemia (High cholesterol)
This is a condition in which blood lipid levels become abnormally high. If left untreated, it’s a lifestyle-related disease that can significantly increase the risk of heart attacks, angina, and strokes.
Cancer, Heart Disease, and Stroke
Cancer, heart disease, and stroke are the top causes of death in Japan and people most avoided. They don’t happen overnight but can develop from poor lifestyle habits. It’s important to know that your daily habits can greatly affect your risk of these diseases.
Fatty Liver
Fatty liver occurs when there is an abnormal buildup of fat in the liver. Regular blood tests are recommended to monitor and manage this condition effectively
Treatment
We plan a treatment in regards to nutrition, exercise, prescriptions, and other lifestyle-related habits tailored to each one of you.
In case the disease appear to be rooted to restlessness and stress, we consult with our psychologists to find the best approach for you.
Eating
We will find the possible causes by carefully questioning your lifestyle. Then, we plan a healthier eating style for changes step by step.
Exercising
We create excercise plans to avoid lack of excersing. Plans differ accordingly to body types and ages.
Prescriotion
We prescribe medication when above treatments are not helping enough.
※ We will refer you to a right facility when more advanced treatment such as a surgery becomes necessary.