The recent survey confirmed what many people think – men prefer to stand when peeing. But is that the best way?
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Even just a few minutes of walking every hour can help better manage blood sugar levels.
Moving during the work day is not only good for our health, but can also improve our concentration.
Here’s how reporting of the world’s first specific advice on reducing inactivity at work has overplayed the role of standing desks.
Annoyed you don’t have a sit-stand desk? Spare a thought for those workers who have to stand all day: Standing may double the risk of heart disease.
New research shows not all sitting is bad for our health, so long as you’re active at other times of the day.
Here’s what really needs to happen to make work healthier.
As part of the advance publicity for the forthcoming Apple Watch, Apple chief executive Tim Cook has disclosed that it has a feature that prompts people to stand up every hour. “Sitting is the new cancer…
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