World Blog by humble servant.Part 1: Diseases Commonly Treated After We Get Sick

Part 1: Diseases Commonly Treated After We Get Sick

Many diseases are addressed after symptoms appear or a diagnosis is confirmed. Here’s an overview of key categories and examples:

Infectious Diseases

Examples: Influenza, pneumonia, tuberculosis, COVID-19, hepatitis, bacterial infections (e.g., strep throat).

Treatment: Antibiotics (for bacterial infections), antivirals (e.g., Tamiflu for flu, remdesivir for COVID-19), antitubercular drugs, supportive care (e.g., fluids, oxygen therapy).

Why Treated After Sickness: These often spread silently or show symptoms late, requiring intervention once detected.

Chronic Diseases

Examples: Diabetes (Type 2), hypertension, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cancer.

Treatment: Medications (e.g., insulin, antihypertensives, chemotherapy), surgery (e.g., tumor removal), lifestyle changes prescribed post-diagnosis.

Why Treated After Sickness: These often develop gradually, with symptoms unnoticed until advanced stages.

Autoimmune Diseases

Examples: Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis.

Treatment: Immunosuppressants, steroids, physical therapy.

Why Treated After Sickness: Symptoms trigger diagnosis, as early detection is challenging without specific tests.

Obesity-Related Conditions

Examples: Type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis.

Treatment: Weight loss programs, bariatric surgery, medications (e.g., GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic).

Why Treated After Sickness: Obesity often progresses silently, with complications emerging later.

Acute Conditions

Examples: Appendicitis, heart attacks, strokes.

Treatment: Emergency surgery, clot-busters, stents.

Why Treated After Sickness: These are sudden-onset conditions requiring immediate action.

Part 2: Preventive Measures for Diseases and Obesity

Prevention is often more effective and less costly than treatment. Below is a detailed report on evidence-based strategies to prevent diseases across categories and specifically address obesity.

General Preventive Measures for All Diseases

Vaccinations

What: Vaccines prime the immune system to fight pathogens.

Examples: Flu shots, MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), HPV vaccine, hepatitis B vaccine.

Impact: Prevents infectious diseases; e.g., smallpox eradicated, polio nearly gone.

How: Follow national immunization schedules (e.g., CDC or WHO guidelines).

Hygiene Practices

What: Regular handwashing, sanitizing surfaces, safe food handling.

Impact: Reduces transmission of bacteria (e.g., E. coli) and viruses (e.g., norovirus).

How: Wash hands for 20-40 seconds with soap, cook food to safe temperatures (e.g., 165°F/74°C for poultry).

Healthy Diet

What: Balanced intake of nutrients—vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats.

Impact: Lowers risk of chronic diseases (e.g., heart disease, diabetes) and supports immunity.

How: Limit processed foods, reduce sugar (<10% of daily calories per WHO), increase fiber (25-30g/day).

Physical Activity

What: Regular exercise (aerobic, strength, flexibility).

Impact: Boosts immunity, reduces inflammation, prevents chronic conditions.

How: Aim for 150 minutes of moderate activity (e.g., brisk walking) or 75 minutes of vigorous activity (e.g., running) weekly, per WHO.

Sleep

What: Consistent, quality sleep.

Impact: Strengthens immune response, regulates metabolism, reduces stress-related diseases.

How: 7-9 hours nightly for adults; maintain a regular sleep schedule.

Stress Management

What: Techniques like meditation, yoga, or therapy.

Impact: Lowers cortisol, reducing risk of hypertension, heart disease, and mental health disorders.

How: Practice mindfulness 10-20 minutes daily or engage in hobbies.

Regular Health Screenings

What: Check-ups, blood tests, imaging (e.g., mammograms).

Impact: Early detection of cancer, diabetes, hypertension prevents progression.

How: Annual physicals, age-specific tests (e.g., cholesterol checks after 20, colonoscopies after 50).

Specific Preventive Measures for Obesity

Obesity is a major risk factor for numerous diseases (e.g., diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers). Preventing it requires targeted strategies:

Caloric Balance

What: Consume calories equal to or less than what you burn.

Impact: Prevents excess fat accumulation.

How: Track intake using apps (e.g., MyFitnessPal), aim for a 500-calorie deficit daily for gradual weight loss if overweight.

Portion Control

What: Eating appropriate serving sizes.

Impact: Avoids overeating, even with healthy foods.

How: Use smaller plates, follow guidelines (e.g., ½ plate vegetables, ¼ protein, ¼ carbs).

Limit Sugary Drinks and Ultra-Processed Foods

What: Reduce soda, energy drinks, fast food, packaged snacks.

Impact: Cuts empty calories linked to weight gain.

How: Replace with water (aim for 8 cups/day), homemade meals.

Increase Physical Activity

What: Exercise tailored to burn fat and build muscle.

Impact: Boosts metabolism, prevents weight regain.

How: Combine cardio (e.g., cycling) and strength training (e.g., weightlifting) 3-5 times weekly.

Behavioral Changes

What: Address emotional eating, habits.

Impact: Prevents obesity driven by stress or boredom.

How: Seek cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or practice mindful eating (focus on hunger cues).

Environmental Adjustments

What: Modify surroundings to support health.

Impact: Reduces temptation, encourages activity.

How: Keep healthy snacks accessible, walk or bike instead of driving short distances.

Disease-Specific Prevention Highlights

Infectious Diseases: Masks in crowded areas, avoiding sick contacts.

Heart Disease: Limit saturated fats (<10% of calories), monitor blood pressure.

Diabetes: Maintain healthy weight, limit refined carbs.

Cancer: Avoid smoking (causes 30% of cases), limit alcohol (max 1 drink/day for women, 2 for men), use sunscreen (SPF 30+).

Conclusion

While many diseases— infectious, chronic, or obesity-related—are treated after symptoms emerge due to late detection or sudden onset, prevention is possible through proactive steps. A combination of vaccinations, hygiene, diet, exercise, sleep, stress management, and screenings can drastically reduce disease risk. For obesity specifically, caloric control, activity, and behavioral adjustments are key. Adopting these habits not only prevents illness but also enhances overall quality of life.

Expanded Preventive Dietary Measures: Foods to Avoid

A key aspect of preventing diseases and obesity is avoiding foods that pose health risks—whether due to nutritional content, contamination potential, or chronic disease associations. Below, I’ll detail why crab, shrimp, oysters, pork, and other commonly problematic foods might be avoided, tying this to both health and your reference to "holy forbidden" contexts.

1. Shellfish (Crab, Shrimp, Oysters)

Health Reasons to Avoid:

High Cholesterol: Shrimp, in particular, is high in dietary cholesterol (about 166 mg per 3 oz serving), which may concern those with heart disease risk, though recent research suggests it’s less impactful than saturated fat for most people.

Contaminants: Oysters and other shellfish can accumulate toxins like mercury, cadmium, and Vibrio bacteria (especially in raw oysters), increasing risks of food poisoning or long-term heavy metal exposure.

Allergies: Shellfish is a top allergen, causing severe reactions in 2-3% of adults.

Sodium: Processed crab (e.g., imitation crab) is often loaded with sodium (up to 800 mg per serving), contributing to hypertension.

Cultural/Religious Context: In Leviticus 11:9-12 (Bible) and some Islamic interpretations, shellfish like crab, shrimp, and oysters are "unclean" because they lack fins and scales or are bottom-feeders. This aligns with your "holy forbidden" reference.

Preventive Alternative: Opt for fatty fish like salmon or mackerel (rich in omega-3s, lower in contaminants if sourced responsibly) to support heart and brain health without the risks.

2. Pork ("Pig Things")

Health Reasons to Avoid:

Saturated Fat: Pork products like bacon, sausage, and ribs are high in saturated fat (e.g., 13g in 3 oz of bacon), linked to heart disease and obesity when consumed excessively.

Parasites: Historically, undercooked pork can carry Trichinella (trichinosis) or tapeworms, though modern farming reduces this risk in regulated regions.

Processed Meat Risks: Bacon, ham, and sausages are classified as Group 1 carcinogens by the WHO due to nitrates and smoking processes, increasing colorectal cancer risk.

Sodium: Cured pork products often exceed 1,000 mg sodium per serving, raising blood pressure.

Cultural/Religious Context: Pork is explicitly forbidden in Leviticus 11:7-8 (Bible) and the Quran (Surah 2:173), labeled as unclean due to pigs’ scavenging nature and hoof structure. This matches your "holy forbidden" phrasing.

Preventive Alternative: Lean poultry (e.g., chicken breast, 3g fat per 3 oz) or plant-based proteins (e.g., lentils, 18g protein per cooked cup) offer low-fat, nutrient-dense options.

3. Other Foods to Avoid for Disease and Obesity Prevention

Beyond shellfish and pork, here’s a broader list of foods to steer clear of, based on scientific consensus:

Sugary Drinks (Soda, Energy Drinks):

Why: 39g sugar in a 12 oz soda contributes to obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver (e.g., 150 empty calories).

Alternative: Water, herbal teas, or sparkling water with a splash of fruit juice.

Ultra-Processed Foods (Chips, Fast Food, Frozen Meals):

Why: High in trans fats, sodium (e.g., 1,800 mg in a fast-food burger), and refined carbs; linked to inflammation, heart disease, and weight gain.

Alternative: Whole foods like roasted vegetables or homemade popcorn.

Refined Grains (White Bread, Pasta):

Why: Low fiber, high glycemic index (e.g., white bread GI ~75), spiking blood sugar and promoting fat storage.

Alternative: Whole grains like quinoa or brown rice (GI ~50, 4-5g fiber per serving).

Fried Foods (French Fries, Fried Chicken):

Why: High in trans fats and calories (e.g., 500 calories in a small fries), increasing obesity and artery plaque.

Alternative: Baked or air-fried versions (e.g., sweet potato fries, 130 calories).

Excessive Alcohol:

Why: Adds calories (7 kcal/g), damages liver, and raises cancer risk (e.g., breast cancer risk up 7-10% per daily drink).

Alternative: Limit to 1 drink/day for women, 2 for men, or switch to non-alcoholic mocktails.

Why These Foods Matter for Prevention

Obesity: High-calorie, low-nutrient foods (e.g., fried items, sugary drinks) disrupt caloric balance, leading to fat accumulation. Avoiding them supports a healthy weight.

Chronic Diseases: Saturated fats, sodium, and carcinogens in pork and processed foods drive heart disease, hypertension, and cancer. Shellfish contaminants add toxicity risks.

Infectious Diseases: Proper food choices reduce exposure to pathogens (e.g., avoiding raw oysters cuts Vibrio risk).

Detailed Preventive Dietary Plan

To replace these "forbidden" or risky foods, here’s a practical guide:

Protein Sources:

Instead of pork/shellfish: Turkey, tofu, beans, or fish like sardines (low mercury, high omega-3).

Daily Goal: 0.8g protein per kg body weight (e.g., 56g for a 70kg person).

Fats:

Avoid saturated/trans fats: Use olive oil (monounsaturated, 1 tbsp = 120 calories) or avocado.

Daily Goal: 20-35% of calories from fat, mostly unsaturated.

Carbs:

Skip refined grains: Choose oats (4g fiber per serving), barley, or root vegetables.

Daily Goal: 45-65% of calories, prioritizing complex carbs.

Hydration:

Ditch sugary drinks: Aim for 8-10 cups water/day, adjusted for activity/climate.

Flavor Without Risk:

Replace sodium-heavy seasonings (common in pork dishes): Use herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme) or spices (e.g., turmeric, cumin).

Broader Context: "Holy Forbidden" and Health

The overlap between religious dietary laws and health is notable. Shellfish and pork avoidance in texts like Leviticus or the Quran may reflect ancient observations of food safety (e.g., shellfish spoilage, pork parasites) before modern sanitation. Today, these rules align partially with science—processed pork’s cancer link, shellfish’s allergenicity—but diverge where evidence shifts (e.g., shrimp cholesterol’s lesser role). Prevention blends both: cultural wisdom and data-driven choices.

Diseases Tied to Specific Foods

1. Crab, Shrimp, Oysters (Shellfish)

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD):

Mechanism: Shrimp’s high cholesterol (166 mg/3 oz) was once thought to spike blood LDL ("bad cholesterol"), though saturated fat (e.g., from butter in shrimp scampi) is now seen as the bigger culprit. Crab and oysters, if processed or fried, add sodium and fats, straining arteries.

Stats: Excess sodium (>2,300 mg/day) raises hypertension risk, a key CVD factor (AHA data: 1 in 3 adults affected).

Prevention: Limit intake, avoid frying; opt for grilled salmon (70 mg cholesterol, heart-healthy omega-3s).

Foodborne Illness (e.g., Vibriosis, Norovirus):

Mechanism: Oysters, especially raw, harbor Vibrio vulnificus (lethal in 20% of cases) and norovirus from contaminated water. Crab and shrimp can carry Salmonella if mishandled.

Stats: CDC estimates 52,000 Vibrio cases yearly in the US, mostly from shellfish.

Prevention: Cook shellfish to 145°F (63°C), avoid raw consumption.

Gout:

Mechanism: Shellfish are high in purines (e.g., shrimp: 147 mg/100g), which metabolize into uric acid, triggering painful joint inflammation in gout-prone individuals.

Stats: Affects 4% of US adults, worsened by purine-rich diets.

Prevention: Reduce shellfish, favor low-purine proteins like eggs or tofu.

Cancer (Potential):

Mechanism: Heavy metals (e.g., cadmium in crab, mercury in shrimp) accumulate over time, potentially damaging DNA. Evidence is suggestive, not definitive.

Stats: IARC notes cadmium as a Group 1 carcinogen, though dietary exposure is typically low.

Prevention: Source from clean waters, limit to 1-2 servings/week.

2. Pork ("Pig Things")

Heart Disease:

Mechanism: Saturated fat in pork (e.g., 8g in 3 oz bacon) raises LDL cholesterol, forming arterial plaques. Processed pork (sausage, ham) adds sodium (e.g., 1,000 mg/slice ham), driving hypertension.

Stats: Diets high in saturated fat linked to 31% of coronary events (AHA).

Prevention: Swap for lean turkey (1g fat/3 oz) or beans.

Colorectal Cancer:

Mechanism: Processed pork (bacon, sausages) contains nitrates and heme iron, forming carcinogenic N-nitroso compounds in the gut during digestion.

Stats: WHO: 50g daily processed meat ups colorectal cancer risk by 18%.

Prevention: Eliminate cured meats, choose plant-based proteins (e.g., lentils).

Type 2 Diabetes:

Mechanism: High-fat pork contributes to obesity, a diabetes risk factor. Processed pork’s sodium and preservatives may impair insulin sensitivity.

Stats: Obesity drives 90% of Type 2 cases; pork-heavy diets correlate in studies.

Prevention: Maintain healthy weight, limit fatty cuts.

Trichinosis (Rare):

Mechanism: Undercooked pork can carry Trichinella larvae, causing muscle pain and fever.

Stats: <20 US cases yearly due to modern farming, but risk persists globally.

Prevention: Cook pork to 160°F (71°C).

3. Sugary Drinks (Soda, Energy Drinks)

Obesity:

Mechanism: Liquid calories (e.g., 150 kcal/12 oz soda) don’t trigger satiety, leading to overconsumption and fat storage.

Stats: Sugary drinks linked to 25% higher obesity odds (Harvard study).

Prevention: Switch to water or unsweetened tea.

Type 2 Diabetes:

Mechanism: High fructose (e.g., 20g/can) overwhelms liver, causing insulin resistance and fat buildup.

Stats: 1 daily soda increases risk by 26% (American Diabetes Association).

Prevention: Limit added sugars to <25g/day (AHA).

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD):

Mechanism: Fructose metabolism in the liver deposits fat, progressing to inflammation (NASH) in severe cases.

Stats: Affects 25% of adults globally, tied to sugary drink intake.

Prevention: Avoid sweetened beverages, eat fibrous fruits instead.

Dental Caries:

Mechanism: Sugar feeds oral bacteria, producing acid that erodes enamel.

Stats: 92% of US adults have cavities, worsened by soda.

Prevention: Rinse with water after sweets, brush twice daily.

4. Ultra-Processed Foods (Fast Food, Chips)

Heart Disease:

Mechanism: Trans fats (e.g., in fries) and sodium (1,800 mg/burger) raise LDL and blood pressure.

Stats: Trans fats banned in many places, but legacy effects linger in processed junk.

Prevention: Cook at home with olive oil.

Obesity:

Mechanism: High calorie density (e.g., 500 kcal/small fries) and low fiber promote overeating.

Stats: Processed food diets linked to 5-10% higher BMI (BMJ).

Prevention: Eat whole foods (e.g., 100 kcal apple vs. 300 kcal chips).

Cancer (Colorectal, Breast):

Mechanism: Additives (e.g., emulsifiers) and low nutrient profiles disrupt gut microbiota, potentially aiding tumor growth.

Stats: Observational links; 10% risk increase in high-processed diets (NutriNet-Santé study).

Prevention: Prioritize minimally processed meals.

Chronic Inflammation:

Mechanism: Refined carbs and fats trigger cytokines, underlying arthritis, COPD, etc.

Stats: Inflammation markers up 30% in processed food eaters (NEJM).

Prevention: Add anti-inflammatory foods (e.g., berries, nuts).

5. Fried Foods (French Fries, Fried Chicken)

Heart Disease:

Mechanism: Repeatedly heated oils form acrylamide and oxidized lipids, damaging arteries.

Stats: Weekly fried food intake ups heart failure risk by 37% (Circulation).

Prevention: Bake or grill instead.

Obesity:

Mechanism: Calorie-dense (e.g., 500 kcal/fries vs. 130 kcal/baked potato), low satiety.

Stats: Fried food eaters gain 1-2 lbs more annually (Harvard).

Prevention: Use air fryers (cuts oil by 70%).

Cancer (Potential):

Mechanism: Acrylamide (in fries) is a probable carcinogen (IARC Group 2A).

Stats: Animal studies suggest risk; human data inconclusive.

Prevention: Limit frying, steam or roast.

Connecting the Dots: Prevention Recap

These diseases—heart disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, infections—tie back to the foods’ nutritional profiles (fats, sugars, sodium), contaminants (bacteria, metals), or processing methods (nitrates, frying). Avoiding crab, shrimp, oysters, pork, and processed/junk foods aligns with preventing these conditions:

Dietary Shift: Replace with lean proteins (chicken, legumes), whole grains, and vegetables.

Cooking Methods: Steam, bake, or grill over frying or curing.

Portion Awareness: Even "safe" foods in excess can harm (e.g., overeating salmon still adds calories).

"Holy Forbidden" Reflection

Holy forbidden" foods like shellfish and pork resonates with their disease links—parasites in pork, toxins in shellfish historically justified bans. Modern science refines this: pork’s cancer risk is mostly processed forms, shellfish risks are preparation-dependent. The overlap suggests ancient wisdom anticipated some health truths.

Part 1: Diseases Treated After Sickness

Many diseases are addressed only after symptoms emerge or diagnosis occurs due to silent progression, sudden onset, or late detection. Key categories include:

Infectious Diseases (e.g., Influenza, Pneumonia, Tuberculosis, COVID-19)

Treatment: Antibiotics, antivirals, supportive care (e.g., oxygen).

Why Post-Sickness: Often asymptomatic early or spread rapidly.

Chronic Diseases (e.g., Diabetes, Hypertension, Heart Disease, Cancer)

Treatment: Medications (e.g., insulin, statins), surgery, lifestyle adjustments.

Why Post-Sickness: Gradual onset; symptoms appear late.

Obesity-Related Conditions (e.g., Type 2 Diabetes, Fatty Liver Disease)

Treatment: Weight loss, medications (e.g., GLP-1 agonists), surgery.

Why Post-Sickness: Obesity’s effects accumulate silently.

Acute Conditions (e.g., Heart Attacks, Strokes)

Treatment: Emergency interventions (e.g., stents, clot-busters).

Why Post-Sickness: Sudden, unpredictable onset.

Part 2: Preventive Measures for Diseases and Obesity

Prevention targets the root causes of these conditions—poor diet, inactivity, hygiene lapses, etc.—and is critical for reducing disease burden and obesity. Below are general and specific strategies:

General Prevention

Vaccinations: Prevent infectious diseases (e.g., flu shots, HPV vaccine).

Hygiene: Handwashing, safe food prep reduce pathogen exposure.

Diet: Balanced intake (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) lowers chronic disease risk.

Exercise: 150 min/week moderate activity boosts immunity, metabolism.

Sleep: 7-9 hours/night supports immune and metabolic health.

Stress Management: Meditation cuts cortisol, linked to hypertension.

Screenings: Early detection (e.g., cholesterol tests) halts progression.

Obesity-Specific Prevention

Caloric Balance: Match intake to expenditure (e.g., 500-calorie deficit for weight loss).

Portion Control: Smaller servings prevent overeating.

Limit Risky Foods: Avoid sugary drinks, processed items (see below).

Activity: Combine cardio and strength training (3-5 times/week).

Behavioral Shifts: Address emotional eating via mindfulness or therapy.

Part 3: Diseases Tied to Specific Foods

 "Holy forbidden" (crab, shrimp, oysters, pork), plus others like sugary drinks, processed foods, and fried items, increase disease risk. Below, I detail these connections, mechanisms, and prevention.

Shellfish (Crab, Shrimp, Oysters)

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD):

Link: Shrimp’s cholesterol (166 mg/3 oz), sodium in processed crab (800 mg/serving) strain heart health.

Stats: Excess sodium drives hypertension (1 in 3 adults, AHA).

Prevention: Limit to 1-2 servings/week, grill instead of fry.

Foodborne Illness (e.g., Vibriosis):

Link: Oysters carry Vibrio (20% fatality), shrimp/crab risk Salmonella.

Stats: 52,000 Vibrio cases/year (CDC).

Prevention: Cook to 145°F, avoid raw.

Gout:

Link: High purines (shrimp: 147 mg/100g) raise uric acid.

Stats: Affects 4% of adults.

Prevention: Swap for low-purine eggs or tofu.

Cancer (Potential):

Link: Heavy metals (cadmium, mercury) may damage DNA.

Stats: Cadmium a Group 1 carcinogen (IARC).

Prevention: Source from clean waters.

Pork ("Pig Things")

Heart Disease:

Link: Saturated fat (8g/3 oz bacon), sodium (1,000 mg/ham) raise LDL, blood pressure.

Stats: 31% of coronary events tied to high-fat diets (AHA).

Prevention: Use lean turkey or beans.

Colorectal Cancer:

Link: Processed pork (nitrates, heme iron) forms carcinogens.

Stats: 50g/day ups risk 18% (WHO).

Prevention: Eliminate cured meats.

Type 2 Diabetes:

Link: Fat content fuels obesity, impairing insulin sensitivity.

Stats: Obesity drives 90% of cases.

Prevention: Maintain healthy weight.

Trichinosis:

Link: Undercooked pork carries parasites (rare in regulated areas).

Stats: <20 US cases/year.

Prevention: Cook to 160°F.

Sugary Drinks

Obesity:

Link: 150 kcal/12 oz soda adds fat without satiety.

Stats: 25% higher obesity odds (Harvard).

Prevention: Drink water.

Type 2 Diabetes:

Link: Fructose (20g/can) causes insulin resistance.

Stats: 26% risk increase per daily soda (ADA).

Prevention: Limit sugar to <25g/day.

Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD):

Link: Fructose deposits liver fat.

Stats: Affects 25% globally.

Prevention: Avoid sweetened drinks.

Ultra-Processed Foods

Heart Disease:

Link: Trans fats, sodium (1,800 mg/burger) clog arteries.

Stats: High intake correlates with CVD.

Prevention: Cook fresh meals.

Obesity:

Link: High calories (500 kcal/fries), low fiber.

Stats: 5-10% BMI increase (BMJ).

Prevention: Eat whole foods.

Cancer:

Link: Additives disrupt gut health.

Stats: 10% risk rise (NutriNet-Santé).

Prevention: Minimize processing.

Fried Foods

Heart Disease:

Link: Oxidized oils, acrylamide damage arteries.

Stats: 37% higher heart failure risk (Circulation).

Prevention: Bake or air-fry.

Obesity:

Link: Calorie-dense (500 kcal/fries).

Stats: 1-2 lbs annual gain (Harvard).

Prevention: Cut oil use.

Part 4: "Holy Forbidden" Context

"Holy forbidden" foods (shellfish, pork) aligns with religious prohibitions (e.g., Leviticus 11, Quran 2:173), historically rooted in safety concerns—shellfish toxins, pork parasites. Modern risks (cancer from processed pork, Vibrio in oysters) echo this wisdom, though some fears (e.g., shrimp cholesterol) are less pressing today. Prevention blends tradition and science: avoid these for both health and faith.

Conclusion and Preventive Diet Plan

Diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity often require post-sickness treatment due to late detection, but proactive prevention—via vaccinations, hygiene, exercise, and diet—can avert them. Foods like crab, shrimp, oysters, pork, sugary drinks, processed items, and fried foods directly tie to these conditions through fats, toxins, sugars, and carcinogens. A preventive diet excludes these, favoring:

Proteins: Chicken, fish (salmon), legumes.

Carbs: Whole grains (quinoa), vegetables.

Fats: Olive oil, nuts.

Hydration: Water, unsweetened teas.

This approach reduces disease risk, combats obesity, and respects your "holy forbidden" framework, offering a practical path to health.