Sedentary behaviour contributes toward heart problems; study advises more moving!
It is not clear whether people should replace prolonged sedentary behavior with simple movement or moderate to vigorous physical activity.
Aug 16, 2016, 16:54 PM IST
Beware! Long sitting hours increase heart attack risk
A new study have revealed that spending too much time sitting is not good for heart.
Apr 28, 2016, 16:51 PM IST
Are you obese? Cut down on siting time to reduce heart disease risk
Sedentary behaviour is associated with poor cardiovascular health and diabetes in adults with severe obesity, independent of how much exercise they perform.
Jan 13, 2016, 17:22 PM IST
Standing six hours a day cuts obesity risk
The association between standing and metabolic risk was assessed via metabolic syndrome, a clustering of risk factors that increase the risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Nov 04, 2015, 15:02 PM IST
Sedentary lifestyle can lead to kidney disease
Sedentary behaviour, which is not mere lack of moderate/vigorous physical activity, is likely an independent risk factor for chronic kidney disease.
Oct 21, 2015, 15:11 PM IST
Sit-stand desk can help fight obesity
Replacing sitting desks with sit-stand desks in offices could offer a cost-effective and sustainable approach to reducing sedentary behaviour and fighting obesity, says a new research.
Oct 04, 2015, 19:17 PM IST
New smartphone app to curb your sedentary behaviour
The smartphone app, "B-Mobile," was tested in a study of primarily middle-aged women who were obese.
Jun 29, 2014, 14:28 PM IST
