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Most Common Causes For Muscle Cramps In The Legs And How To Fix
Occasional leg cramps are considered common and usually harmless, especially after physical exertion, dehydration, or prolonged sitting or standing.
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Why You Should Carry A Tennis Ball In Your Carry-On While Travelling
Long trips can strain your body and posture. A simple tennis ball can help ease stiffness and discomfort when you are stuck sitting for hours.
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That Office Chair Is Ageing Your Joints: Doctor Shares What Prolonged Sitting Really Does
Recent investigations and medical doctors' notes emphasise that prolonged periods of uninterrupted sitting can lead to joint damage and deteriorate overall musculoskeletal health.
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Acidity Refusing To Go Away? Doctor Says Long Sitting Hours, Not Rich Food, May Be To Blame
Persistent acidity may not be all about what you eat. Prolonged sitting, slouched posture and inactivity could be silent triggers.
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Timing Matters: Bathroom Habits That Cause Constipation, Easy Fixes You Need
Ignoring urges, irregular toilet timing, prolonged sitting or poor posture often cause constipation, even if your diet and water intake are fine.
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Cocoa And Tea Can Help Prevent Heart Damage Caused By Prolonged Sitting: New Study
A recent study from the University of Birmingham found that eating foods that are rich in flavanols may help protect men's blood vessels from the negative effects of prolonged sitting. Read on to know more about the study.
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The Sitting Epidemic: 7 Alarming Ways Prolonged Sitting Harms Your Body
The simple act of sitting is harming your body. Here are some alarming ways that prolonged sitting is dangerous.
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How To Survive Long Flights Without Back And Neck Pain
Back and neck pain are among the most common mid-air complaints. Older passengers, frequent flyers, and those with existing spine issues are hit hardest, but even healthy travellers are not spared. Read on.
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Do You Scroll Your Phone On Toilet? You May Be At Risk Of This Disease
Prolonged sitting on a toilet seat is believed to increase pressure inside the pelvic floor.
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Excessive Sitting May Shrink Your Brain, Even If You Exercise Regularly: Study
New research reveals that prolonged sitting, even with regular exercise, can shrink the brain and impair memory, especially for those carrying the APOE-4 gene.
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Is Your Desk Job Slowly Killing You? Experts Warn Of Serious Health Risks
Prolonged sitting has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, obesity, and even early death.
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Cognitive Health: Expert Shares Tips To Improve Memory And Concentration
Over time, lifestyle practices like prolonged sitting and poor nutrition can impair cognitive function.
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Sitting Too Long Linked To Heart Disease Not Even Exercise Can Undo: Study
The findings, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, reveal a clear link between prolonged sitting and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
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Prolonged Standing Poses Circulatory Health Risks, Study Suggests
A study of more than 80,000 UK adults found that standing for extended periods without regular movement can raise the risk of circulatory issues like varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis. While standing desks are often seen as a healthier alternative to sitting, the research shows they don’t reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke. Instead,...
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Sitting Too Much? Here's How Much Exercise You Need To Counteract The Effects
Research suggests that about 30-40 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise each day can counteract the negative health effects of prolonged sitting. This recommendation comes from a meta-analysis of nine studies involving thousands of people.
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Most Common Causes For Muscle Cramps In The Legs And How To Fix
Occasional leg cramps are considered common and usually harmless, especially after physical exertion, dehydration, or prolonged sitting or standing.
-
Why You Should Carry A Tennis Ball In Your Carry-On While Travelling
Long trips can strain your body and posture. A simple tennis ball can help ease stiffness and discomfort when you are stuck sitting for hours.
-
That Office Chair Is Ageing Your Joints: Doctor Shares What Prolonged Sitting Really Does
Recent investigations and medical doctors' notes emphasise that prolonged periods of uninterrupted sitting can lead to joint damage and deteriorate overall musculoskeletal health.
-
Acidity Refusing To Go Away? Doctor Says Long Sitting Hours, Not Rich Food, May Be To Blame
Persistent acidity may not be all about what you eat. Prolonged sitting, slouched posture and inactivity could be silent triggers.
-
Timing Matters: Bathroom Habits That Cause Constipation, Easy Fixes You Need
Ignoring urges, irregular toilet timing, prolonged sitting or poor posture often cause constipation, even if your diet and water intake are fine.
-
Cocoa And Tea Can Help Prevent Heart Damage Caused By Prolonged Sitting: New Study
A recent study from the University of Birmingham found that eating foods that are rich in flavanols may help protect men's blood vessels from the negative effects of prolonged sitting. Read on to know more about the study.
-
The Sitting Epidemic: 7 Alarming Ways Prolonged Sitting Harms Your Body
The simple act of sitting is harming your body. Here are some alarming ways that prolonged sitting is dangerous.
-
How To Survive Long Flights Without Back And Neck Pain
Back and neck pain are among the most common mid-air complaints. Older passengers, frequent flyers, and those with existing spine issues are hit hardest, but even healthy travellers are not spared. Read on.
-
Do You Scroll Your Phone On Toilet? You May Be At Risk Of This Disease
Prolonged sitting on a toilet seat is believed to increase pressure inside the pelvic floor.
-
Excessive Sitting May Shrink Your Brain, Even If You Exercise Regularly: Study
New research reveals that prolonged sitting, even with regular exercise, can shrink the brain and impair memory, especially for those carrying the APOE-4 gene.
-
Is Your Desk Job Slowly Killing You? Experts Warn Of Serious Health Risks
Prolonged sitting has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, obesity, and even early death.
-
Cognitive Health: Expert Shares Tips To Improve Memory And Concentration
Over time, lifestyle practices like prolonged sitting and poor nutrition can impair cognitive function.
-
Sitting Too Long Linked To Heart Disease Not Even Exercise Can Undo: Study
The findings, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, reveal a clear link between prolonged sitting and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
-
Prolonged Standing Poses Circulatory Health Risks, Study Suggests
A study of more than 80,000 UK adults found that standing for extended periods without regular movement can raise the risk of circulatory issues like varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis. While standing desks are often seen as a healthier alternative to sitting, the research shows they don’t reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke. Instead,...
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Sitting Too Much? Here's How Much Exercise You Need To Counteract The Effects
Research suggests that about 30-40 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise each day can counteract the negative health effects of prolonged sitting. This recommendation comes from a meta-analysis of nine studies involving thousands of people.
