(Natural News) It’s easy to fall into the habit of skipping exercise because you’re busy with work or chores. Yet according to a study, having a sedentary lifestyle for at least 20 years is linked to twice the risk of premature death, especially compared to those who exercise regularly. Results from the Trøndelag Health Study (the […]

(Natural News) As much of the world remains confined at home due to the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, many people are trying to come up with new ways to stay healthy and fit in lieu of being able to go to the gym. And a new study has good news for them, suggesting that an […]

(Natural News) Online streaming services have made it easier to binge-watch full seasons of episodic shows and countless movies, but they have also been contributing to unhealthy lifestyle habits. A recent study reveals that sitting too long while watching a show or movie can increase your risk of conditions linked to inactivity, such as obesity […]

(Natural News) When you’re sitting down comfortably against a sofa or an armchair, it’s difficult to keep a straight, “proper” posture. This sentiment applies to different positions as well, such as standing, facing the computer and even lying down. However, posture contributes to your health a lot more than you think. Taking measures to improve […]

(Natural News) People know how having a sedentary lifestyle can negatively affect their overall well-being, but not everyone is trying to be more active to boost their physical fitness. But it’s time to start working out more. According to a 2017 study, sitting for more than one hour without moving can also increase your risk for premature […]

(Natural News) Are you bound to your desk chair for many hours every day? You need to find some way to add physical exercise to your day, even if it’s just brisk walking. Cycling, jogging, walking – as long as a person finds a way to move, he may undo the harmful effects of sitting […]

(Natural News) Most jobs nowadays involve an excessive amount of sitting down (and staring into a screen). This type of sedentary lifestyle – a lifestyle with little to no physical activity – has been linked to a number of health concerns like obesity. So how do you resolve this issue? Get moving. In a study published in […]

(Natural News) Living a sedentary life may cause more harm to your health than you think. A study published in JNCI Cancer Spectrum found that sitting and watching television for at least two hours may increase your risk of colorectal cancer before you reach age 50. The number of people diagnosed with colorectal cancer before age […]

(Natural News) erDesk jobs require employees to sit in front of their computers for long hours. However, sitting for long periods can increase a person’s risk of diseases. As a preventive method, research recommends cycling workstations. A systematic review published in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine found that cycling workstations may be healthier than standing […]

(Natural News) Research warns that a sedentary lifestyle coupled with a desk job can negatively affect your health and can even lead to an early death. Fortunately, a study conducted by researchers from Columbia University Irving Medical Center says that staying active even if you sit most of the day can lower your risk of health problems. Findings suggest that 30 […]