Scientists from the world famous and well respected Karolinska Research Institute , Stockholm in Sweden have recently established that one of the anti-ageing measure is to 'sit less' and 'to stand for longer periods' < >
It seems , according to them, that too much sitting causes certain changes in the structure of chromosomes , vital for life and existence. The DNA is 'protected' better and prevents ageing if the 'protective' cap - the 'telomere' is adequately maintained and not allowed to get smaller in size. Short telomeres have been linked with early and quick ageing ; and too much sitting tends to do just that - shortens the telomere size. <>
Whilst physical activity, exercise , sports etc have always been commended for good active and long life, just 'exercise and physical activities' are not enough.
Sedentary behaviour and sitting around for too long and too much now seems to be a greater health hazard and actually diminishes longevity.
The research study was undertaken observing the life patterns of around 50 overweight individuals with sedentary habits spending too much time sitting; and they all had an apparently shorter life span. Hence the recommendation !!! Quite interesting ; well whether it increase longevity or not , sedentary existence is not only bad for health but for general living and welfare.
So be active ; do not remain on the chair for too long...
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