Imagine if sitting for too long was like eating donuts all day. You might think it sounds fun at first, but eventually you’d realize it’s not so great for your health. Well, new research is showing that sitting for too many hours a day can actually increase your risk of an early death and heart disease. In a study of over 100,000 people from 21 countries, researchers found that those who sat for six to eight hours a day had about a 12-13% higher chance of dying prematurely or developing heart disease. And if you thought eight hours of sitting was bad, sitting for more than eight hours a day increased that risk to a whopping 20%. So, it’s time to get up and trade that chair for some fresh air! Stand up, stretch, and take breaks throughout the day to keep your heart healthy. This study adds to the growing evidence that prolonged sitting can be harmful, so make sure to stay active and move around as much as possible! Check out the underlying research to learn more.
