Sitting Too Much Outside of Work: Is It Hurting Your Heart?

You might think that sitting too much only affects your weight, but it's actually linked to bigger health issues like high blood pressure and diabetes. A recent study looked into this, focusing on the time we spend sitting when we're not at work. Why is this important? Because these are the hours we can control and change. The study, called CARDIA, found that how and where we sit when we're not working can affect our heart health. It turns out, sitting too much in certain places can increase our risk of getting high blood pressure (HTN) and diabetes (DM).But it's not just about sitting all the time. The study showed that different types of sitting, like watching TV or using a computer, can have different effects on our health. For example, sitting in front of a screen might be worse for us than sitting and reading a book. So, the next time you're thinking about binge-watching your favorite show, remember that your heart might be paying the price. It's all about balance and making smart choices about how we spend our free time.