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Proposing Restrictions on Advertisements of Carb-Rich Foods in Yakutia

Fast food delivery advertisements could face restrictions, as suggested by Nicholas Grigoriev, the creator of 'Arcticbio'.

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2025 September 7 . 5:26 AM

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Proposing a Restriction on Advertising Carbohydrate-Rich Foods in Yakutia

Proposing Restrictions on Advertisements of Carb-Rich Foods in Yakutia

In a recent roundtable discussion, experts in the field of health, diet, and nutrition hygiene proposed a groundbreaking idea: banning the advertising of carbohydrate-rich food in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia). The proposal was reported by the "Yakutsk Evening" newspaper.

Nikolai Grigoryev, the head of the "Delta" clinic and founder of "Arcticbio", presented a paper titled "Ethnic Food Habits as the Basis for National Health" at the roundtable. Grigoryev, who was quoted by Vecherniy.com, suggested that this legislation could help combat the increasing health issues facing Yakutia, a region once known for its high longevity.

Grigoryev noted that issues such as protein deficiency, iron deficiency anemia, magnesium deficiency, vitamin D deficiency, and other vitamin deficiencies are becoming more prevalent in Yakutia. He emphasized the need to address these issues and revert the declining health trends in the region.

In the past, the diet of an average family in Yakutia was significantly different from what it is today. Researcher Vatslav Seroshevsky's data shows that in the last quarter of the 20th century, an average family of four to five people consumed 10 to 100 poods (160-1600 kg) of plant products and 140 to 200 poods (2240-3200 kg) of fresh and sour milk. This contrasts with the current diet, which is heavily influenced by carbohydrate-rich foods.

Grigoryev also mentioned the misconception that "Yakuts don't eat grass". He stated that this is incorrect, and they consumed a significant amount of it in the past. Photos from the last century show that Sakha people were not overweight, further supporting the idea that their traditional diet played a vital role in their health.

Another interesting fact presented by Grigoryev was the consumption patterns of meat and fish in Yakutia. Fish consumption was two to four times more than meat consumption, which is a stark contrast to the modern diet where meat consumption is more prevalent.

Grigoryev further suggested limiting the advertising of fast-food delivery and popularizing ethnic cuisine, not just in restaurants, but also in street food. This could help shift the dietary habits of the people towards a healthier and more traditional diet.

It's worth noting that there are no publicly available records of any organizations or individuals initiating or participating in the legislative process to ban advertising of low-carb foods in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) at this time.

In a separate note, researcher Richard Maak described an average family in Suntarsky District, Viluisky Okrug in 1859, which consumed 14 poods (224 kg) of meat, 7 poods (112 kg) of fish, and only 6 pounds (2.7 kg) of grain per year. This further highlights the drastic change in dietary habits over the years.

Grigoryev also mentioned Waclaw Seroshvili, but no specific facts about Seroshvili were presented in this context. However, it's clear that Grigoryev's research and the roundtable discussion are part of a larger effort to improve the health of the people in Yakutia.

The annual consumption of vodka was three liters per year, which is relatively little compared to other regions. This suggests that dietary habits, rather than alcohol consumption, may be a more significant factor in the health issues facing Yakutia today.

In conclusion, the proposal to ban the advertising of carbohydrate-rich food in Yakutia is a bold step towards improving the health of the region. With the support of experts like Nikolai Grigoryev and the public, this could be a turning point in the fight against the rising health issues in Yakutia.