Major health risks of sitting for long periods of time that many people aren't aware of

Everyone has heard that sitting too much can be a danger but were you aware of all the health risks connected with this? How should you sit? Which way is correct? Experts took part in an interview with the Washington Post about this topic specifically. Everyone should follow the age-old advice of sitting straight up. 

What are the risks?

1) Organ damage such as heart disease or even cancer

According to the Washington Post, studies link sitting to more easily clogged arteries and more cancer types, such as colon and breast. While experts don't know why this is the case, they suspect it's a result of the excess insulin produced. 

2) Bad back 

This comes as a result of our spine not moving as much as it used to, leading to inflexibility. 

3) Additional pain such as strained neck/shoulders  

4) Leg issues or soft bones 

"Bold often pools in the lower legs, which can cause numbness and varicose veins," reports OC Register. 

5) Muscle degeneration 

You can say goodbye to abs or really any defined muscle in your body as they go unused. 

6) Higher risk of diabetes 

What is recommended? 

- Keep your body moving! Add exercise to your routine and break up long periods of sitting 

- Adjust your seat (see infographic below)

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RESOURCES WASHINGTON POST AND FREEDOM.COM

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