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The Unhealthy Chronicles : A Hilarious Expose on Things that Bring You Down The leading cause of death and disability around the world is non-communicable diseases (NCDs) . These are diseases that are not transmitted from person to person. There are four main types of NCDs: Cardiovascular diseases (heart disease and stroke) Cancers Chronic respiratory diseases (such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma) Diabetes There are a number of risk factors that can increase your chances of developing an NCD. These include: Tobacco use Unhealthy diet Physical inactivity Overweight and obesity Excessive alcohol use Air pollution You can reduce your risk of developing an NCD by making healthy lifestyle choices. These include: Eating a healthy diet Getting regular exercise Maintaining a healthy weight Avoiding tobacco use Limiting alcohol consumption Getting vaccinated Diet: Not just unhealthy overall intake, but deficiencies in specific nutrients like fruits, vegetables, an