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Next time you take a long TV-binge, you may want to stand up, at least a little bit. The Ohio State University researchers say there’s nothing wrong with watching TV, but the issues start when you watch too much. Clinical psychologist Brad Lander says, “The problem is when you do it too much. Take regular stretch breaks. Move around, every 30 minutes is best, or watch while standing for part of it. Don’t be afraid to hit the pause button and do something else. Start or finish laundry, bake, walk the dog, go to the bathroom.”
Previous research has shown that sitting for long periods of time can lead to mindless snacking, which in turn can lead to a bunch of other health issues, and if you’re binge-watching alone, this can lead you feelings of loneliness, which is also unhealthy.
