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How To Survive Long Flights Without Back And Neck Pain
- Thursday October 2, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
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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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Do You Scroll Your Phone On Toilet? You May Be At Risk Of This Disease
- Sunday September 7, 2025
- World News | The Conversation
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
- Wednesday May 21, 2025
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
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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www.ndtv.com
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Is Your Desk Job Slowly Killing You? Experts Warn Of Serious Health Risks
- Tuesday May 13, 2025
- Feature | Edited by Anjali Thakur
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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www.ndtv.com
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Sitting Too Long Linked To Heart Disease Not Even Exercise Can Undo: Study
- Tuesday November 19, 2024
- Feature | Edited by Anjali Thakur
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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www.ndtv.com
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Prolonged Standing Poses Circulatory Health Risks, Study Suggests
- Saturday October 19, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
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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www.gadgets360.com
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Sitting Too Much? Here's How Much Exercise You Need To Counteract The Effects
- Thursday September 19, 2024
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
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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www.ndtv.com
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Six Tips To Help Car And Van Drivers Avoid Back Pain
- Saturday April 30, 2022
- Written by carandbike team
Pain in the back can be caused by prolonged sitting, whole-body, reduced vibrations, and confined driving positions. Following some simple steps can help manage this pain efficiently.
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www.carandbike.com
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3 Simple Stretches For Neck, Shoulder And Back To Counter The Side Effects Of Prolonged Sitting
- Thursday October 14, 2021
- Health | Edited by NDTV Health Desk
Stiffness in back, neck and shoulder are quite common these days especially while working from home. Here are 3 simple stretches you can try to keep your back healthy.
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www.ndtv.com
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Got A Stiff Neck And Aching Back? Try These Easy Stretches That You Can Do At Your Desk
- Tuesday August 24, 2021
- Health | Edited by NDTV Health Desk
Fitness expert Yasmin Karachiwala shared the video featuring the stretches on her Instagram timeline. These stretches can help you counter the side effects of prolonged sitting.
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www.ndtv.com
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Exercise For Older Adults: This Easy Workout Can Help Your Parents Stay Fit
- Thursday June 3, 2021
- Health | Edited by NDTV Health Desk
Exercise for older adults: Teach these simple exercises demonstrated by Yasmin Karachiwala to your parents to stay fit.
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www.ndtv.com
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Exercise For Back Pain: Fitness Expert Shares Back Strengthening Exercise Routine
- Thursday June 3, 2021
- Health | NDTV Healthdesk
Back pain affects many these days. Exercise can help control back pain effectively at home. Try these simple exercises at home for some relief.
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www.ndtv.com
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How To Survive Long Flights Without Back And Neck Pain
- Thursday October 2, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
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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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Do You Scroll Your Phone On Toilet? You May Be At Risk Of This Disease
- Sunday September 7, 2025
- World News | The Conversation
Prolonged sitting on a toilet seat is believed to increase pressure inside the pelvic floor.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Excessive Sitting May Shrink Your Brain, Even If You Exercise Regularly: Study
- Wednesday May 21, 2025
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
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.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Is Your Desk Job Slowly Killing You? Experts Warn Of Serious Health Risks
- Tuesday May 13, 2025
- Feature | Edited by Anjali Thakur
Prolonged sitting has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, obesity, and even early death.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Sitting Too Long Linked To Heart Disease Not Even Exercise Can Undo: Study
- Tuesday November 19, 2024
- Feature | Edited by Anjali Thakur
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.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Prolonged Standing Poses Circulatory Health Risks, Study Suggests
- Saturday October 19, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
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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www.gadgets360.com
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Sitting Too Much? Here's How Much Exercise You Need To Counteract The Effects
- Thursday September 19, 2024
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
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.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Six Tips To Help Car And Van Drivers Avoid Back Pain
- Saturday April 30, 2022
- Written by carandbike team
Pain in the back can be caused by prolonged sitting, whole-body, reduced vibrations, and confined driving positions. Following some simple steps can help manage this pain efficiently.
-
www.carandbike.com
-
3 Simple Stretches For Neck, Shoulder And Back To Counter The Side Effects Of Prolonged Sitting
- Thursday October 14, 2021
- Health | Edited by NDTV Health Desk
Stiffness in back, neck and shoulder are quite common these days especially while working from home. Here are 3 simple stretches you can try to keep your back healthy.
-
www.ndtv.com
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Got A Stiff Neck And Aching Back? Try These Easy Stretches That You Can Do At Your Desk
- Tuesday August 24, 2021
- Health | Edited by NDTV Health Desk
Fitness expert Yasmin Karachiwala shared the video featuring the stretches on her Instagram timeline. These stretches can help you counter the side effects of prolonged sitting.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Exercise For Older Adults: This Easy Workout Can Help Your Parents Stay Fit
- Thursday June 3, 2021
- Health | Edited by NDTV Health Desk
Exercise for older adults: Teach these simple exercises demonstrated by Yasmin Karachiwala to your parents to stay fit.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Exercise For Back Pain: Fitness Expert Shares Back Strengthening Exercise Routine
- Thursday June 3, 2021
- Health | NDTV Healthdesk
Back pain affects many these days. Exercise can help control back pain effectively at home. Try these simple exercises at home for some relief.
-
www.ndtv.com