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One Daily Habit That’s Ruining Your Health

Sitting for long periods is common in today’s world, but research shows it’s damaging to your health. Too much sitting increases the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and some cancers. Even if you exercise regularly, sitting for hours can still affect your metabolism and raise the risk of early death, similar to smoking. It also leads to poor circulation, slower metabolism, and muscle pain or stiffness. To reduce the harmful effects of sitting,...