Aside from making you unproductive, it looks like being a couch potato can also increase your risk of getting a deadly blood clot. While this is a risk TV junkies willingly take by being inactive for long periods, even people who regularly exercise can get blood clots while watching television. According to a study, people who … Continue reading Inactivity doubles your risk of blood clots: New study says sitting around, like when watching TV, raises risk even in those who exercise
Too Much TV Viewing Linked to Weight Gain
Too much TV is associated with poor health, in particular, lack of weight loss and an increased risk of excess weight/obesity. A recent study, which appears in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, examined the relationship between television viewing and weight in young adults aged 26-36. In this study, individuals were assessed for waist size, TV … Continue reading Too Much TV Viewing Linked to Weight Gain
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 