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EPISODE · Sep 16, 2024 · 31 MIN

How Sitting Kills, Learn about the impact of Sedentary Living and how it can impact healthy ageing

from How to Age Well · host Rosaria Barreto-Ellis

We often hear about the risks of smoking, but what if we told you that sitting for long periods could be just as harmful? Join us as we delve into the science behind sedentary behavior and its significant impact on health. In this episode, we’ll cover: The Health Risks: Learn about the numerous health issues linked to prolonged sitting, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. We’ll break down how a sedentary lifestyle can lead to these serious conditions. Musculoskeletal Problems: Discover how sitting for extended periods can contribute to back pain, poor posture, and muscle atrophy. We’ll explain how a lack of movement affects your body’s structure and function. Mental Health Implications: Understand the impact of prolonged sitting on mental well-being, including increased risks of depression and anxiety. Find out how reduced physical activity can affect your mood and cognitive function. The Latest Research: Hear about recent studies that reveal the hidden dangers of sitting and practical advice on how to counteract these effects.

We often hear about the risks of smoking, but what if we told you that sitting for long periods could be just as harmful? Join us as we delve into the science behind sedentary behavior and its significant impact on health. In this episode, we’ll cover: The Health Risks: Learn about the numerous health issues linked to prolonged sitting, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. We’ll break down how a sedentary lifestyle can lead to these serious conditions. Musculoskeletal Problems: Discover how sitting for extended periods can contribute to back pain, poor posture, and muscle atrophy. We’ll explain how a lack of movement affects your body’s structure and function. Mental Health Implications: Understand the impact of prolonged sitting on mental well-being, including increased risks of depression and anxiety. Find out how reduced physical activity can affect your mood and cognitive function. The Latest Research: Hear about recent studies that reveal the hidden dangers of sitting and practical advice on how to counteract these effects.

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