A study out of Great Britain shows that sedentary behavior (including driving, working at a desk, gaming, watching TV) can lead to an increased risk of dementia as we age.
The study followed close to 50,000 adults and found that risk for dementia increased with 10 hours of sedentary activity. It’s estimated that the average American spends 9.5 hours engaging in sedentary activities. Yikes!
Luckily, regular movement can help by engaging your mind, regulating blood pressure, and improving heart health! Those who are desk workers should get up and move at least every 2 hours to stay healthy. So don’t just sit there….get moving!
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Raichlen DA, Aslan DH, Sayre MK, et al. Sedentary Behavior and Incident Dementia Among Older Adults. JAMA. 2023;330(10):934–940. doi:10.1001/jama.2023.15231
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