The study found that both greater overall time spent inactive in a day, and longer periods of inactivity were linked to an increased risk of death. While the study was funded by the US National Institutes of Health and Coca-Cola, neither were involved in the research. But, they note, the study does not show that inactivity causes death, and the tracker could not tell whether individuals were sitting or just standing still. One hour of activity needed to offset harmful effects of sitting at a desk Read moreNevertheless, the team say the study underscores the need for individuals to take breaks from inactivity. “Just simple things that every half hour give you an excuse to stand up and move around a bit.”

Source: The Guardian September 11, 2017 21:00 UTC