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January 2015 PMID 25599350

Sedentary time and its association with risk for disease incidence, mortality, and hospitalization in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aviroop Biswas, Paul I Oh, Guy E Faulkner, Ravi R Bajaj, Michael A Silver, Marc S Mitchell, David A Alter

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The discussions reflect strong consensus on sedentary time being harmful, with comments citing specific risks like increased mortality, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, often using serious or contemplative language. Examples include mentions of how prolonged sitting is linked to serious health issues and debates about whether increasing activity or reducing sedentary time is more effective, demonstrating the topic's relevance and the depth of engagement.

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Most discussions recognize the research as highlighting valid health risks associated with sedentary behavior, reflecting broad agreement on the importance of the findings.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high curiosity and concern about the health implications, with many pondering lifestyle changes or the significance of the study.

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Several comments delve into conflicting evidence, practical implications, and methodological concerns, indicating deep engagement with the topic.

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The discourse emphasizes that this research could significantly influence public health recommendations and individual lifestyle choices.

Abstract in brief

  • Sedentary behavior is linked to increased risks of all-cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes, even after accounting for physical activity levels.
  • The study analyzed data from 47 articles, mostly using self-reported sedentary times, and found that longer sedentary periods significantly raise the hazard ratios for these health risks.
  • The association between sedentary time and health outcomes tends to be stronger among individuals with lower physical activity levels, but research methods varied considerably across studies.]
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ダックス医
@DachsClinic · X

https://t.co/AUa9aZz1IA

Jan 16, 2025 · 29 likes · 3 shares · 19,331 followers View post →
日本糖尿病理学療法学会｜JSPTDM
@JSPTDM · X

運動をしても長時間の座位による影響を打ち消せなとのこと

Dec 15, 2024 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 639 followers View post →
Rob - Fat Loss for High Level Dads
@Rob_FitLegacy · X

6. Increased type 2 diabetes risk Excessive sitting correlates with increased type 2 diabetes risk - probably because of the increased likelihood of being overweight. https://t.co/1wSftnzA2v

Jan 29, 2023 · 12 likes · 131,496 followers View post →
Kousuke Ariga
@kouariga · X

This study suggests that increasing activity is more important than reducing sedentary time. However, another study indicates that prolonged sedentary time is harmful, regardless of physical activity levels. What do these conflicting implications mean? https://t.co/tY8t6F4P6V https://t.co/itAmF67p27

Mar 31, 2024 · 4 likes · 1 share · 270 followers View post →
Rob - Fat Loss for High Level Dads
@Rob_FitLegacy · X

6. Increased type 2 diabetes risk Excessive sitting correlates with increased type 2 diabetes risk - probably because of the increased likelihood of being overweight. https://t.co/1wSftnzA2v

May 3, 2023 · 3 likes · 131,496 followers View post →
Kousuke Ariga
@kouariga · X

@BJSM_BMJ Another study indicates that prolonged sedentary time is harmful, regardless of physical activity levels. What do these conflicting implications mean? https://t.co/tY8t6F4P6V

Mar 31, 2024 · 1 like · 270 followers View post →

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Mitsu Health
@MitsuMaHealth · X

Something to think about: Sitting more than 8 hours a day is linked to a 15% higher mortality risk. What would it feel like to stand while reading this? Biswas et al., Annals of Internal Medicine, 2015, https://t.co/Imxte7uPO4

Jul 6, 2025 · 472 followers View post →
starguardKb24
@StarguardKb24 · X

RT @DachsClinic: https://t.co/AUa9aZz1IA

Jan 18, 2025 · 3 shares · 719 followers View post →
nankado
@nankado · X

RT @DachsClinic: https://t.co/AUa9aZz1IA

Jan 18, 2025 · 3 shares · 1,139 followers View post →
呼吸器内科医ACO
@respiratory0703 · X

RT @DachsClinic: https://t.co/AUa9aZz1IA

Jan 16, 2025 · 3 shares · 244 followers View post →
ダックス医
@DachsClinic · X

https://t.co/AUa9aZz1IA

Jan 16, 2025 · 29 likes · 3 shares · 19,331 followers View post →
KONO Kenichi
@KHbucks · X

RT @JSPTDM: 運動をしても長時間の座位による影響を打ち消せなとのこと

Dec 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 185 followers View post →
小池孝康
@tak_koike · X

RT @JSPTDM: 運動をしても長時間の座位による影響を打ち消せなとのこと

Dec 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 28 followers View post →
日本糖尿病理学療法学会｜JSPTDM
@JSPTDM · X

運動をしても長時間の座位による影響を打ち消せなとのこと

Dec 15, 2024 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 639 followers View post →
Marianne Cottin, Ph.D
@mari_cottin · X

No sirve de mucho hacer ejercicio intenso un par de veces a la semana, si el resto de la semana estamos sentados sedentariamente frente a un computador. Para más ver: https://t.co/sxeR7HpV1r https://t.co/p58IaZTmaV

Jun 28, 2024 · 497 followers View post →
Craig Liebenson
@CraigLiebenson · X

RT @kouariga: This study suggests that increasing activity is more important than reducing sedentary time. However, another study indicates…

Apr 1, 2024 · 1 share · 8,224 followers View post →
Kousuke Ariga
@kouariga · X

@BJSM_BMJ Another study indicates that prolonged sedentary time is harmful, regardless of physical activity levels. What do these conflicting implications mean? https://t.co/tY8t6F4P6V

Mar 31, 2024 · 1 like · 270 followers View post →
Kousuke Ariga
@kouariga · X

This study suggests that increasing activity is more important than reducing sedentary time. However, another study indicates that prolonged sedentary time is harmful, regardless of physical activity levels. What do these conflicting implications mean? https://t.co/tY8t6F4P6V https://t.co/itAmF67p27

Mar 31, 2024 · 4 likes · 1 share · 270 followers View post →
Kousuke Ariga
@kouariga · X

In fact, research shows that spending a lot of time sitting is linked to health issues, even with regular exercise. It's like breathing fresh air for a few hours doesn't compensate for a smoking habit. Changing your lifestyle is key. https://t.co/tY8t6F4P6V

Mar 24, 2024 · 270 followers View post →
Anya is here
@brandnewanya · X

Want some science behind that? One of the studies showed that prolonged sedentary time was independently associated with deleterious health outcomes regardless of physical activity. https://t.co/2rNi1w33zk

May 5, 2023 · 14 followers View post →
Rob - Fat Loss for High Level Dads
@Rob_FitLegacy · X

6. Increased type 2 diabetes risk Excessive sitting correlates with increased type 2 diabetes risk - probably because of the increased likelihood of being overweight. https://t.co/1wSftnzA2v

May 3, 2023 · 3 likes · 131,496 followers View post →
Rob - Fat Loss for High Level Dads
@Rob_FitLegacy · X

6. Increased type 2 diabetes risk Excessive sitting correlates with increased type 2 diabetes risk - probably because of the increased likelihood of being overweight. https://t.co/1wSftnzA2v

Jan 29, 2023 · 12 likes · 131,496 followers View post →
Kristie Leong M.D.
@DrKristieLeong · X

@GlassockJ Here's a link to the study showing higher mortality even among people who do structured exercise. (suggesting they're healthy enough to exercise): https://t.co/rgSPfcpB1z

Sep 1, 2022 · 59,508 followers View post →
Andreas Ostheimer
@andOstheimer · X

So schlecht ist Sitzen. https://t.co/LMkSlxu0Gy

Mar 7, 2022 · 1,356 followers View post →
Médecine Libre (Jérôme Pinguet)
@MedecineLibre · X

https://t.co/17qsAhBl3C

Jun 26, 2021 · 3,084 followers View post →
Dr.やまて@海外の最新健康情報/親子向け情報/NEWSシェア
@yamatedentist · X

最近はリモートで家にいる時間が増えたって人 「座ってる時間が長くなるほど、死亡率が上がる」という恐ろしいメタ分析論文置いときますね。 研究では座りすぎで、心疾患死亡率、癌死亡率、糖尿病の発症率が有意に上昇したとのこと。 えまってこわすぎん？ https://t.co/Yz2MTGTEku https://t.co/0EWvC2J4oG

Sep 14, 2020 · 1 like · 25 followers View post →
Alex Beal
@beala · X

Citations for these observations: https://t.co/FZfkcYDm9t https://t.co/FdD2FBZyTe

May 5, 2019 · 1,518 followers View post →