I think this is objectively wrong (sorry Brady!). There is extensive data that smoking increases mortality risk substantially more than sitting: https://t.co/CXF9hMkVNw https://t.co/myykWka0qP
Evaluating the Evidence on Sitting, Smoking, and Health: Is Sitting Really the New Smoking?
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Across the responses, users recognize that sitting is a risk but significantly less than smoking, with phrases like 'not entirely' and 'pales in comparison' reflecting nuanced understanding. The tone varies from supportive to critical, with some posts emphasizing scientific evidence, which demonstrates that the discussions are rooted in both factual debate and tone moderation.
Most discussions agree that sitting is not as dangerous as smoking, aligning with the article's main conclusion.
Posts show moderate interest, with many commenting on the comparison and implications, but some dismiss the topic altogether.
Several discussions delve into scientific evidence, critique public misperceptions, and mention specific studies, indicating a reasonable level of engagement.
Comments highlight that the debate influences public perception and health messaging, suggesting a modest but meaningful impact.
Abstract in brief
- Sitting has been compared to smoking, with some suggesting smoking might even be safer, but the two are not comparable.
- The health risks associated with sitting are significantly lower than those of smoking, with smoking showing a much higher relative risk of death.
- Misinformation or confusing messages about health risks can lead to public doubt and hinder clear health recommendations.]
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Most liked on X and Bluesky"Betteridge’s Law of Headlines states that any headline that ends in a question mark can be answered by the word no. Is sitting the new smoking? No." https://t.co/IbgqtDOcEH
في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد. هذه مقالة عملية تفند ذلك وتذكر كيف أن التغطية الإعلامية ساهمت في تضخيم الأمر. https://t.co/DPbX9ulGnW
@TheBhupiThakur @B_Holmer "Equating sitting with smoking is unwarranted, misleading for the public, and may serve to distort and trivialize the ongoing and serious risks of smoking." https://t.co/IbgqtDOcEH
Ahora en @mas1047 Estar sentado vs fumar: ¿ Cuál es la escala del riesgo?Te lo contamos ya! Evaluating the Evidence on Sitting, Smoking, and Health: Is Sitting Really the New Smoking? https://t.co/3wD9BL7ho7
"Ficar sentado é o novo fumar" é uma afirmação enganosa e não suportada por evidências científicas. As evidências que comprovam que a frase não é verdadeira: https://t.co/OSKFEBYRBm
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@NTFabiano Seen the conclusion to this review which looked at the evidence for this statement? https://t.co/QFsyFtLYVs
نشستن آیا سیگار کشیدن جدید است؟ چند وقت پیش این مقاله رو دیدم. اینم خلاصش
I think this is objectively wrong (sorry Brady!). There is extensive data that smoking increases mortality risk substantially more than sitting: https://t.co/CXF9hMkVNw https://t.co/myykWka0qP
座ること、喫煙、健康に関するエビデンスを評価する: 座ることは本当に新しい喫煙か? https://t.co/ksxsgm7RoD
@TheBhupiThakur @B_Holmer "Equating sitting with smoking is unwarranted, misleading for the public, and may serve to distort and trivialize the ongoing and serious risks of smoking." https://t.co/IbgqtDOcEH
Despise this and all the other threads that are being put together for the sole reason of gathering followers and not actually informing people properly. https://t.co/E22PNrMU2j https://t.co/W3rSAFXFDL
RT @Veronxveron: Ahora en @mas1047 Estar sentado vs fumar: ¿ Cuál es la escala del riesgo?Te lo contamos ya! Evaluating the Evidence on Si…
Ahora en @mas1047 Estar sentado vs fumar: ¿ Cuál es la escala del riesgo?Te lo contamos ya! Evaluating the Evidence on Sitting, Smoking, and Health: Is Sitting Really the New Smoking? https://t.co/3wD9BL7ho7
“Given the current state of the evidence, equating sitting with smoking is unwarranted, mis- leading for the public, …”
RT @BradAeon: Sitting is not as bad as smoking, but it's still a risk factor for physical health problems. Active Pomodoro break & stretchi…
Sitting is not as bad as smoking, but it's still a risk factor for physical health problems. Active Pomodoro break & stretching can help #timemanagement #productivity #health #wellbeing Source: https://t.co/bOJ8wNFrLY https://t.co/7m6OYHRJJN
RT @fabiodominski: "Ficar sentado é o novo fumar" é uma afirmação enganosa e não suportada por evidências científicas. As evidências que…
"Ficar sentado é o novo fumar" é uma afirmação enganosa e não suportada por evidências científicas. As evidências que comprovam que a frase não é verdadeira: https://t.co/OSKFEBYRBm
Is sitting the "the new smoking?" Not entirely. Excessive #sitting increases the risk of premature death and some chronic diseases by 10-20%, but it pales in comparison to the risks associated with #smoking. If you ask me - it's best not to do either... https://t.co/ZyEqfdh2wH
Some people would go as far to say it’s the new smoking. As it has become a risk factor. Smoking is still much worse. This study prove so https://t.co/hZJQ8poP0P. But still move those feet, stretch on the hour, and make time for breaks. https://t.co/4JnKHUyiU0
Just to clarify, new studies have shown that sitting is not the same level severity to smoking however both are linked to cardiovascular disease and if not treated it can lead to other adverse conditions #biom4180 https://t.co/eC6AWsZwRV
RT @DerekGriffin86: "Betteridge’s Law of Headlines states that any headline that ends in a question mark can be answered by the word no. Is…
RT @DerekGriffin86: "Betteridge’s Law of Headlines states that any headline that ends in a question mark can be answered by the word no. Is…
"Betteridge’s Law of Headlines states that any headline that ends in a question mark can be answered by the word no. Is sitting the new smoking? No." https://t.co/IbgqtDOcEH
RT @S_Alomairah: في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد.…
Is sitting the new smoking? Not entirely. Excessive sitting increases your risk of premature death and some chronic diseases by 10-20%, but that pales in comparison to the risks associated with smoking. It’s best not to do either... https://t.co/ZyEqfdh2wH https://t.co/xYnSlsgKX5
RT @S_Alomairah: في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد.…
RT @S_Alomairah: في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد.…
RT @S_Alomairah: في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد.…
RT @S_Alomairah: في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد.…
RT @S_Alomairah: في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد.…
RT @S_Alomairah: في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد.…
RT @S_Alomairah: في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد.…
في الآونة الأخيرة كثر الحديث عن ضرر الخمول البدني المتمثل في الجلوس وانه يعادل ضرر التدخين بل ويعتبر هو "التدخين" الجديد. هذه مقالة عملية تفند ذلك وتذكر كيف أن التغطية الإعلامية ساهمت في تضخيم الأمر. https://t.co/DPbX9ulGnW
Stand up (and don’t have a smoke)...Interesting commentary on the comparison of the risks of smoking compared to #sedentary behaviour by Vallance and others https://t.co/2fHNsUYuZY
"Evaluating the evidence on sitting, smoking, and health: Is sitting really the new smoking?" No https://t.co/Hu128C6ZuC
Evaluating the Evidence on Sitting, Smoking, and Health: Is Sitting Really the New Smoking? https://t.co/yFkBiyhnKE
@physiojack @LinearProbe Yeah, I'm going with smoking: https://t.co/BFccp10ghm
座りっぱなしとかソフトドリンクの方が喫煙よりも悪影響なんだなぁ・・・