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Housecall for Health: Deadly Sitting Dangers

Exercising could extend your life and well being, but it might not be enough if you spend too long sitting down.

FOX’s Colleen Cappon explains in today’s “Housecall for Health”:

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Sitting all day isn’t just bad for your waistline, new research suggests it could be fatal.  A study from Australian scientists says spending too much time at a desk or in front of the TV may increase your death risk.

Data shows that people who sit at least 11 hours a day are 40% more likely to die prematurely.  Experts warn if you sit all day, getting the recommended amount of exercise still isn’t insurance against chronic disease.

Housecall for Health, I’m Colleen Cappon, FOX News Radio.




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2 Comments

  1. kerrybrownz

    April 2, 2012 at 5:29 am

    I learnt from "Penny Health" that Instead, try saying, "There's medically necessary treatment that I'm seeking." Remember, words have power and insurers are all about finding limitations and exclusions if you say the wrong thing.

  2. Standing Fit

    April 3, 2012 at 12:14 am

    Standing, at least somewhat throughout the day, is a great place to start. A Standing Fit unit is easy & inexpensive.