Ada: Dr Philip Narh, the Medical Superintendent of the Ada East District Hospital, has advised the public to exercise regularly and eat naturally prepared foods to increase their chances of living a healthy long life. Dr Narh emphasized the negative health impacts of canned foods and fast foods, which often lead to various health complications.
According to Ghana News Agency, Dr Narh highlighted the connection between the use of preservatives and spices and increased blood pressure. He stressed that hospitals disallow the use of such spices in patients’ foods to mitigate health risks. Furthermore, he pointed out that late-night eating is a prevalent issue among Ghanaians, mainly due to late working hours, which forces many to eat late at night.
Dr Narh advised individuals in such situations to consume something light to sustain them until the next morning, thereby reducing the risk of non-communicable diseases. He shared his personal health practices, stating, “I exercise a lot; I always make sure that I ex
ercise every day. I don’t eat canned food; any food preserved or spiced is a no-go for me because they have health complications on the body.”
He expressed concern over people’s reluctance to heed medical advice as a preventive measure, observing that many only adhere to such guidance when facing critical health conditions. Unfortunately, these individuals often revert to unhealthy habits once they recover.
Dr Narh urged the public to seriously consider the quality of the food they consume, noting that such actions could significantly reduce sicknesses and mortalities.