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Being Sedentary Is As Bad As Heart Disease: New Study Suggests

ByDr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M
Being Sedentary Is As Bad As Heart Disease: New Study Suggests
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Fewer physical activities mean you’re burning fewer calories.

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Sedentary Lifestyle

Consequences of Living a Sedentary Lifestyle

  • Fewer physical activities mean you’re burning fewer calories. This increases your chance of gaining weight.
  • Inactive muscle overtime loses its strength if the muscle is not being activated enough.
  • Inactivity may also affect your bone health. Your bones may become weaker and lose some mineral content due to an inactive lifestyle.
  • The chemical processes that is your metabolism can be compromised, making it difficult for your body to digest and break down food.
  • The body’s defensive mechanism, the immune system, may also be affected because of an unhealthy and inactive lifestyle.
  • Blood is not able to circulate properly which could lead to even more severe health issues.

Ways to Be More Active

This article was reviewed by Dr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M — Board-Certified Integrative Cardiologist at Holistic Heart Centers, Roslyn, NY. This content is for educational purposes and does not substitute personalized medical advice.

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