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Bahrain also has one of the highest prevalence of diabetes in the world (5th place), with more than 15% of the Bahraini population suffering from the disease, and accounting for 5% of deaths in the country. [8] Increased consumption of fast food and predominance of sedentary lifestyles have led to this occurrence.
Each macronutrient can impact cognition through multiple mechanisms, including glucose and insulin metabolism, neurotransmitter actions, oxidative stress and inflammation, and the gut-brain axis. [ 4 ] [ 5 ] [ 6 ] Inadequate macronutrient consumption or proportion could impair optimal cognitive functioning and have long-term health implications.
The seven major classes of nutrients are carbohydrates, fats, fiber, minerals, proteins, vitamins, and water. [7] Nutrients can be grouped as either macronutrients or micronutrients (needed in small quantities). Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are macronutrients, and provide energy. [7] Water and fiber are macronutrients, but do not provide ...
BMMI provides comprehensive supply chain, warehousing and distribution services through its wholly-owned subsidiary Bahrain Logistics Services (BLS), which was formed in 1997. The Group operates three warehousing facilities in Bahrain, in Sitra, Bahrain Logistics Zone in Hidd and in Mina Salman, which cover a total storage space of 17,000 sqm ...
A healthy diet improves the physical and mental health of an organism. This requires ingestion and absorption of vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids from protein and essential fatty acids from fat-containing food. Carbohydrates, protein and fat play major roles in ensuring the quality of life, health and longevity of the organism. [10]
Poor diet in early childhood affects the number of neurons in parts of the brain. [1]Nutritional neuroscience is the scientific discipline that studies the effects various components of the diet such as minerals, vitamins, protein, carbohydrates, fats, dietary supplements, synthetic hormones, and food additives have on neurochemistry, neurobiology, behavior, and cognition.
The population, especially children, over-consume food rich in carbohydrates, salt, fat, and processed sugar. This health problem is exacerbated due to the lack of an exercise culture. [33] The recent availability of wealth due to oil has allowed Emiratis to purchase luxury items, including imported food and tobacco products. [3]
Established with a paid-up capital of $160 million, the Company employs 420 people of whom 92% are Bahrainis. Its operations that involve natural gas purchases, employment and training of Bahraini nationals, utilization of local contractors, power consumption and other financial and commercial operations inject around $270 million annually into ...