The launch of “Eat to Wealth,” authored by Dr. Jesupelumi Adenihun, is scheduled for November 18, 2023, in Lagos. The primary focus of the book is to motivate Nigerians to enhance their eating habits, promoting a healthier lifestyle.
Research conducted by the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy reveals a concerning trend between 2005 and 2018. It indicates that in Sub-Saharan Africa, individuals with higher education levels tended to consume more sugar-sweetened beverages compared to their counterparts in the Middle East/North Africa. Notably, Nigeria, Mexico, Ethiopia, and the United States topped the global charts for the highest consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages during this period. The study emphasizes the pivotal role of diet and beverage choices in health outcomes, citing associations with conditions such as obesity, malnutrition, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes.
“Eat to Wealth” emerges as a comprehensive guide, positioning nutrition as the cornerstone of physical well-being and disease prevention. Dr. Adenihun’s book aims to empower individuals with the knowledge necessary to cultivate and sustain healthy eating habits, enabling them to achieve their wellness goals.
In anticipation of the book launch, Dr. Adenihun expressed her commitment to aiding the average Nigerian in disease prevention and the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle. She emphasized that “Eat to Wealth” serves as her contribution by educating, inspiring, and guiding individuals to make informed dietary choices.
“My mission is to help more individuals live a healthy life with the food choices you make. In today’s fast-paced world, it is easy to fall into the rhythm of unhealthy snacking, sugary food and fatty food consumption. But with Eat to Wealth, I hope to guide and hold people’s hand as we embark on a journey towards total well-being, one nourishing meal at a time,” she stated.
Dr. Jesupelumi Adenihun, a notable figure in the realms of corporate wellness and preventive healthcare, is recognized as a thought leader in her field. Beyond her individual achievements, she co-founded CHEKKER, a health technology company that efficiently delivers high-quality diagnostic services spanning three Nigerian states. Dr. Adenihun has played an active role in shaping health policies as a contributor to the health policy commission of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG). Presently, she maintains affiliations with esteemed organizations such as the Medical Women Association of Nigeria and the Healthcare Federation of Nigeria.
In addition to her impactful contributions to the healthcare sector, Dr. Adenihun is set to catalyze a transformation in Nigerian eating habits through her book, ‘Eat to Wealth.’ This literary endeavor is poised to revolutionize the country’s eating culture, offering valuable insights to empower Nigerians to lead sustainable and healthier lives.
