Health
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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