The modern concept of health is the result of a long evolutionary process, yet it clashes with the rapid changes brought by agriculture, industrialization, and the digital society, creating a gap between our biology and current lifestyles. Physical activity stands out as a key factor in preventing chronic diseases and promoting mental well-being, while nutrition remains one of the main determinants of public health. However, the idea of what is considered “healthy” varies across cultures, as shown by the contrasting perspectives of American and Chinese students. Finally, the rise of social media amplifies the spread of information, often lacking scientific validity, which can influence millions with potentially harmful dietary and fitness models.
Il concetto di salute odierno nasce da un lungo percorso evolutivo, ma si scontra con le rapide trasformazioni introdotte da agricoltura, industrializzazione e società digitale, creando un divario tra biologia e stili di vita moderni. L’attività fisica rappresenta un fattore chiave nella prevenzione delle malattie croniche e nel benessere mentale, mentre l’alimentazione resta uno dei principali determinanti della salute pubblica. Tuttavia, ciò che viene percepito come “sano” varia tra culture diverse, come dimostrano gli approcci opposti di studenti americani e cinesi. Infine, l’era dei social amplifica la diffusione di informazioni, spesso prive di basi scientifiche, che possono influenzare milioni di persone con modelli alimentari e di fitness fuorvianti.
"Stili di vita, alimentazione e attività fisica: il percorso evolutivo che ha portato all'odierna influenza dei social media sulla salute"
COSMA, RICCARDO
2024/2025
Abstract
The modern concept of health is the result of a long evolutionary process, yet it clashes with the rapid changes brought by agriculture, industrialization, and the digital society, creating a gap between our biology and current lifestyles. Physical activity stands out as a key factor in preventing chronic diseases and promoting mental well-being, while nutrition remains one of the main determinants of public health. However, the idea of what is considered “healthy” varies across cultures, as shown by the contrasting perspectives of American and Chinese students. Finally, the rise of social media amplifies the spread of information, often lacking scientific validity, which can influence millions with potentially harmful dietary and fitness models.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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