Our interviewee this week is Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez-González (Málaga, 1957), who just posted Health for sure (Planet). Professor of Public Health at the University of Navarra and, since june 2016, also visiting professor at Harvard University, has led the Predimed trial, the largest study carried out so far on the effects of the Mediterranean diet and health habits. With his studies he has also contributed to Harvard's advice to Michelle Obama on her program to improve public health and food policies.. GINÉS J. VERA.
Much of what is discussed in Health for sure, since the introduction, It is based on what has been scientifically proven to be certain.. That the theory is one and what is supported by scientifically valid evidence is what is important and what his book is about.. Was that your main goal when you wrote it??
Yeah, My goal was to provide a book based on scientific evidence and, counteract the barrage of myths and pseudoscience that is currently present in many forums.
Recently, In the media, We have heard that doctors will be able to prescribe exercise to their patients. Something striking, Although reading in your book that the current obesity pandemic will make health systems around the world unsustainable, it does not seem so far-fetched.. Tell us about it.
It seems very appropriate to me. In 'Health for certain' I talk about how it is easier to prescribe than to educate, But calling giving advice on exercise “prescribing” may be a good idea to better integrate it into the ordinary work of doctors..
There is increasing evidence that the consumption of ultra-processed foods is associated with a greater health risk., We read too. Although sometimes, for families with few resources, it will be easier for them (AFFORDABLE) purchase processed products that are healthy; Not to mention organic or biological foods compared to those from traditional cultivation., For example. He also proposes some ideas about it in his book, Isn't that so?
I think that the taxes that should be raised to make sugary drinks and sugary drinks less accessible fast foodThey could be used to make the products of the Mediterranean diet cheaper.
In the chapter 8, Tips for a healthy life, We see that it includes a series of exercises with illustrative drawings to improve balance, flexibility or strength.. Tell us about your inclusion in the book..
They are exercises that are very thought out. I recommend looking closely at them., because they must accompany the basic recommendation of walking a few 30-45 minutes a day. Current scientific evidence supports recommending not only aerobic exercise (walk at a fast pace) but also these strength exercises, flexibility or balance, which are generally anaerobic, but that facilitate the prevention of falls and the growth of muscle mass. If they are not done in the context of fighting overweight/obesity, weight loss can lead to not losing fat, but muscle, and that would not be convenient at all.
