Health Risks Of Sitting Down For Long

Whether at home or in the office those who sit down for a long period of time are at risk of certain health complications.

Among the risks of sitting down for too long are:

Shorten  life

You’re more likely to die earlier from any cause if you sit for long stretches at a time.

Rise in  diabetes

Doctors  claim that should sitting may change the way your body reacts to insulin, the hormone that helps it burn sugar and carbs for energy.

Presence of  DVT

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a clot that forms in your leg, often because you sit still for too long. It can be serious if the clot breaks free and lodges in your lung.

Spike in anxiety

It could be that you’re often by yourself and engaged in a screen-based activity. If this disrupts your sleep  you can get even more anxious.

Risk of cancer

You may be more likely to get  colon, endometrial, or lung cancer. The more you sit, the higher the risks. Older women have higher odds of breast cancer.

 Stress on your back 

The seated position puts huge stress on your back muscles, neck, and spine. It’s even worse if you slouch and sitting down for long increases the risks.

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