Himalaya Harbinger, Uttarakhand Bureau
A Class 11 student from Amroha has died after falling seriously ill due to excessive consumption of fast food. The girl, identified as Ahana, was undergoing treatment at AIIMS Delhi, where she passed away during treatment.
Doctors at AIIMS said Ahana’s condition had worsened because of long-term unhealthy eating
habits. According to the medical team, her intestines had stuck together, and her digestive system was completely damaged. She underwent surgery, but doctors were unable to save her.
Family members said Ahana had preferred fast food such as chowmein, pizza and burgers since childhood and avoided home-cooked meals. They believe this habit eventually led to her severe health condition and death
The incident took place in Afghan Mohalla of Amroha and has left the family and local residents in shock.
Doctors have warned that excessive consumption of fast food can seriously damage the digestive system, especially among children and young people. This tragic incident serves as a warning that unhealthy eating habits can have fatal consequences at a very young age.
Ahana was the daughter of farmer Mansoor Ali Khan. The family includes his wife Sara Khan, elder
daughter Maria (23), son Awan, and Ahana.
Health worsened suddenly
According to family members, Ahana’s health
suddenly deteriorated on November 28 when she complained of severe stomach pain. She was first taken to a hospital in Amroha, but when her
condition did not improve, she was referred to Moradabad.
Medical tests in Moradabad revealed damage to her intestines and fluid accumulation in her abdomen. Surgeon Dr Riaz performed surgery, during which around seven litres of fluid were removed from her stomach. After a slight improvement, Ahana was taken to Delhi by her uncle Sajid Khan for further treatment.
Treatment at AIIMS Delhi
Ahana was admitted to AIIMS Delhi, where
doctors found that her intestines had stuck together. Her treatment continued, but her condition kept worsening. Late night on
December 21, her health deteriorated sharply. Despite efforts by doctors, Ahana died due to heart failure.
Doctors blame fast food
Ahana’s uncle Gulzar Khan alias Guddu said
doctors clearly told the family that her intestines were severely damaged due to long-term fast food consumption, which had made her body extremely
weak.
Amroha’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr SP Singh, warned parents against allowing children to consume fast food regularly. He said such food contains excessive spices, fat and carbohydrates. “Cold drinks, chips and french fries suppress
natural hunger and cause serious health problems in children,” he said.
Family admits negligence
Uncle Sajid Khan said Ahana had been fond of fast food since childhood. “She preferred chowmein, maggi, pizza and burgers over home-cooked food. She would even eat packaged items secretly. It was our mistake that we did not pay enough attention,” he said.
Fast food a global health risk
According to the Global Burden of Disease Report, unhealthy diets, including fast food consumption, contribute to around 11 million deaths worldwide every year. Medical studies published in journals such as JAMA Network and the National Library of Medicine have linked fast food to heart disease, cancer, digestive disorders and long-term damage to gut health.
Health experts say the tragic death of Ahana is a serious warning for families to monitor children’s eating habits and promote healthy, home-cooked food from an early age.
