Insulin treats high blood glucose in diabetes and related conditions. Used by injection under skin, vein, or muscle. World Health Organization's Essential Medicines list. 192nd most prescribed medication in US in 2022
Iodized salt contains iodine to prevent deficiency affecting two billion people worldwide. Salt is effective for distributing iodine due to its stability and predictable consumption. Four inorganic compounds are used as iodine sources: potassium, sodium iodate, and sodium iodide
Chronic conditions persist for more than three months. 63% of worldwide deaths are from chronic conditions. 40% of US adults have at least two chronic conditions. Chronic diseases cause 38 million deaths annually
Sleep disorders affect circadian rhythm and physical health. Short sleep (<7h) increases risk of diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. Longer sleep (>9h) linked to diabetes, obesity, and depression. Sleep disturbances cause hormonal imbalances and increased food cravings
Chromium is a trace mineral found in food and supplements. FDA doesn't regulate supplements like prescription drugs. Adults need 20-35 mcg daily, supplements typically 200-500 mcg
Top 10 causes accounted for 39 million deaths worldwide in 2021. COVID-19 emerged as second leading cause, killing 8.8 million people. Noncommunicable diseases accounted for 38% of all deaths globally. Alzheimer's disease ranked seventh, killing 1.8 million globally