Let’s strike a balance | The Indian Express

Let’s strike a balance | The Indian Express

Written by M Venkaiah Naidu |Updated: June 21, 2019 7:31:22 am

The writer is the Vice-President of India

Let’s strike a balance

Around the world, the benefits of yoga for physical and mental health as well as sustainability are being recognised.

As the world makes the epidemiological transition and the contribution of most of the major non-communicable disease groups to the total disease burden is increasing, it is important that individuals make healthier choices and follow lifestyle patterns that foster good health.(Illustration by C R Sasikumar)

As over 170 countries around the world celebrate the fifth International Yoga Day on June 21, it is a good moment to reflect on this treasure of ancient India and a unique part of the world’s intangible heritage.