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The Silent Dangers: 6 Everyday Habits That Are Quietly Raising Your Blood Pressure
- Tuesday May 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Sushila Kataria
While genetics, age, and existing medical conditions do play a role, there are cases where high blood pressure results from how individuals unconsciously lead their lives, unaware of the impact on their bodies.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Can Walking 10,000 Steps Undo 10 Hours Of Sitting? Doctor Says No
- Wednesday May 13, 2026
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
Even if you manage to walk 10,000 steps in the evening, it cannot completely counteract the damage caused to your veins by prolonged sitting.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Why Climbing Stairs Is As Good As A Gym Workout
- Tuesday March 3, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Even short bouts of exercise, like stair-climbing, can improve lower-body strength, which is a good indicator of overall health and longevity
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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India's Joint Health Crisis: New Data Links Office Chairs To Faster Ageing
- Monday March 2, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
New data has found that there is an active link between office chairs and the age of your joints. Here is what the government is spending crores on and why daily planned movement matters for your joint health.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Dangers Of Physical Inactivity Beyond Weight Gain: 7 Major Health Risks
- Thursday February 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
Here's a breakdown of how physical inactivity contributes to increased risk of heart disease, type-2 diabetes and other serious health conditions.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Acidity Refusing To Go Away? Doctor Says Long Sitting Hours, Not Rich Food, May Be To Blame
- Wednesday December 10, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Persistent acidity may not be all about what you eat. Prolonged sitting, slouched posture and inactivity could be silent triggers.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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High Screen Time And Sitting For Long Hours? Your Arthritis Risk Is Rising Too
- Saturday October 25, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Once known as a disease of aging, arthritis is now surfacing in younger adults and teens. Experts warn that long hours of sitting, poor posture, and increased screen time are damaging joints early.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Benefits Of Standing In Your Daily Routine
- Tuesday March 25, 2025
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Making it a habit in your daily routine can significantly improve physical and mental well-being. Here are the health benefits of standing daily.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Is A Sedentary Lifestyle A Major Health Risk? Take These Simple Precautionary Steps
- Tuesday March 4, 2025
- Health | Dr. Sneha Kothari, Endocrinologist Consultant, Gleneagles Hospital Parel Mumbai
This article highlights how leading a sedentary lifestyle can invite a plethora of health problems, including obesity. It is imperative to follow these simple precautionary measures and stay active throughout life.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Do This Before Sleeping If You're Experiencing Constipation
- Monday February 10, 2025
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Since digestion slows down during sleep, adopting healthy habits before bedtime can help stimulate bowel movements the next morning.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Tips To Maintain Healthy Weight
- Tuesday January 14, 2025
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Healthy Weight Tips: By incorporating evidence-based strategies into your daily routine, you can achieve and maintain a healthy weight while enhancing your overall health and longevity.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
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Unhealthy Diets, Physical Inactivity Fuelling Obesity In India: Former WHO Chief Scientist
- Wednesday October 30, 2024
- IANS
Obesity is a known precursor to diabetes, hypertension, and cancer -- the non-communicable diseases rising significantly both in India and worldwide.
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food.ndtv.com
-
The Silent Dangers: 6 Everyday Habits That Are Quietly Raising Your Blood Pressure
- Tuesday May 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Sushila Kataria
While genetics, age, and existing medical conditions do play a role, there are cases where high blood pressure results from how individuals unconsciously lead their lives, unaware of the impact on their bodies.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Can Walking 10,000 Steps Undo 10 Hours Of Sitting? Doctor Says No
- Wednesday May 13, 2026
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
Even if you manage to walk 10,000 steps in the evening, it cannot completely counteract the damage caused to your veins by prolonged sitting.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Why Climbing Stairs Is As Good As A Gym Workout
- Tuesday March 3, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Even short bouts of exercise, like stair-climbing, can improve lower-body strength, which is a good indicator of overall health and longevity
-
www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
India's Joint Health Crisis: New Data Links Office Chairs To Faster Ageing
- Monday March 2, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
New data has found that there is an active link between office chairs and the age of your joints. Here is what the government is spending crores on and why daily planned movement matters for your joint health.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Dangers Of Physical Inactivity Beyond Weight Gain: 7 Major Health Risks
- Thursday February 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
Here's a breakdown of how physical inactivity contributes to increased risk of heart disease, type-2 diabetes and other serious health conditions.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Acidity Refusing To Go Away? Doctor Says Long Sitting Hours, Not Rich Food, May Be To Blame
- Wednesday December 10, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Persistent acidity may not be all about what you eat. Prolonged sitting, slouched posture and inactivity could be silent triggers.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
High Screen Time And Sitting For Long Hours? Your Arthritis Risk Is Rising Too
- Saturday October 25, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Once known as a disease of aging, arthritis is now surfacing in younger adults and teens. Experts warn that long hours of sitting, poor posture, and increased screen time are damaging joints early.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Benefits Of Standing In Your Daily Routine
- Tuesday March 25, 2025
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Making it a habit in your daily routine can significantly improve physical and mental well-being. Here are the health benefits of standing daily.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Is A Sedentary Lifestyle A Major Health Risk? Take These Simple Precautionary Steps
- Tuesday March 4, 2025
- Health | Dr. Sneha Kothari, Endocrinologist Consultant, Gleneagles Hospital Parel Mumbai
This article highlights how leading a sedentary lifestyle can invite a plethora of health problems, including obesity. It is imperative to follow these simple precautionary measures and stay active throughout life.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Do This Before Sleeping If You're Experiencing Constipation
- Monday February 10, 2025
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Since digestion slows down during sleep, adopting healthy habits before bedtime can help stimulate bowel movements the next morning.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Tips To Maintain Healthy Weight
- Tuesday January 14, 2025
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Healthy Weight Tips: By incorporating evidence-based strategies into your daily routine, you can achieve and maintain a healthy weight while enhancing your overall health and longevity.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Unhealthy Diets, Physical Inactivity Fuelling Obesity In India: Former WHO Chief Scientist
- Wednesday October 30, 2024
- IANS
Obesity is a known precursor to diabetes, hypertension, and cancer -- the non-communicable diseases rising significantly both in India and worldwide.
-
food.ndtv.com