Sitting too Much Is Linked to Problems Peeing
The “sitting disease” is back in the news: Excessive sitting is linked to issues with voiding: lower urinary tract symptoms.
Problems with peeing in the case of extended sitting time refer to issues with urinating and/or storing urine.
The association between peeing problems and prolonged sitting (as well as overall sedentary lifestyle) is a finding that’s reported in the BJU International (March 2018). The study involved 69,795 Korean men of middle age.
Lower urinary tract problems were 39 per 1,000 person-years, says the study.
A person-year refers to the number of years of follow-up multiplied by number of people in a study.
Problems Peeing May Be Related to Excess Sitting Time
“The results support the importance of both reducing sitting time and promoting physical activity for preventing lower urinary tract symptoms [LUTS],” explains lead author Dr. Heung Jae Park in the BJU paper.
“Further studies are still needed to examine the influence of sedentary behaviors on LUTS and its determinants,” says senior author Dr. Seungho Ryu in the same paper.
Nevertheless, this study is an eye opener and brings more awareness to the sitting disease – which has been called the “new smoking,” because excess time with your butt in a seat is associated with the same severity and type of cardiovascular health problems as is smoking.
In addition to problems with peeing, excessive sitting is also linked (and very strongly at that) to coronary artery disease, chronic heart failure, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, deep vein thromboses and spinal problems.
Rid the Sitting Disease
Two ways to break free of the sitting disease are to walk about the room or pace forward and backward while watching TV, and to get in the habit of using a treadmill desk for computer work.
You may also want to wear a high quality pedometer to track the number of steps you get in daily. Aim for at least 6,000 and ideally 10,000.
This will be an incentive to reduce your sitting time throughout the day.
If you regularly do stretching exercises for your legs, do them while standing.
For example, hamstring stretches can easily be done while standing by propping a foot on a height and gently leaning your chest towards your knee.
Additionally, see if you can replace some seated strength training exercises with a standing version.
For example, replace a seated dumbbell curl with standing, and seated overhead dumbbell press with standing.
Little changes like this will go a long way in cutting back on the amount of time you spend in a chair.
Lorra Garrick is a former personal trainer certified through the American Council on Exercise. At Bally Total Fitness she trained women and men of all ages for fat loss, muscle building, fitness and improved health.
.
Source: sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/03/180321090926.htm
Why Are Old People More Likely to Fall?
The answer to why old people are at higher risk of falling goes way beyond “because they’re old and weak.”
In fact, there are fall risks that most people would never even consider when wondering about this question. (more…)
How Likely Can a Salty Diet Cause Heart Failure?
Chronic heart failure is such an ugly disease that you should do everything possible to prevent it including limiting your salt intake.
“High salt intake is associated with a doubled risk of chronic heart failure, says a 12 year study involving over 4,000 people. (more…)
How Much Aged Garlic Extract a Day Is Too Much?
You’ve heard about the amazing virtues of aged garlic extract, particularly as they pertain to heart health.
Studies have shown that aged garlic extract can help prevent coronary heart disease and improve cholesterol profile. And there’s more: (more…)
How Harmful Are Brief Sugar Spikes in Diabetics?
Let’s just say that brief sugar spikes are harmful to people WITHOUT diabetes, so imagine just how dangerous they are to diabetics – whether type 1 or type 2! (more…)
High Blood Pressure While Walking: Causes & Solutions
Have you noticed high blood pressure while walking?
Though an increase in blood pressure is normal during physical activity when compared to watching TV in your favorite chair, the increase can also be too much. (more…)
Ginger Ale: Health or Junk Drink? Good or Bad for You?
Where in heaven’s name did the idea ever come from that ginger ale is good and healthy for you?
Are people forgetting what ginger ale actually IS? It’s a sugary soda — the very beverage that doctors, nurses and dieticians tell us to avoid or at least consume only sparingly as a treat! (more…)
Can Insulin Resistance from Poor Sleep Be Reversed Easily ?
Poor sleep can lead to insulin resistance, which is a progenitor of type 2 diabetes.
There are several things you can do to reverse insulin resistance that’s caused by or made worse by poor sleep—as well as influenced by other factors. (more…)
Can High Blood Sugar Make You Dizzy? Why & Solutions
You know that low blood sugar can make your head spin, but can high blood sugar too make you feel dizzy or lightheaded?
The answer is yes, but the way this happens is not what you’d expect. (more…)
Can a Lot of Salmon Be Unhealthy?
Believe it or not, a lot of salmon—so rich in health-giving omega-3 fats—can actually be unhealthy.
Since day one we’ve all heard how good fish is for the body, particularly salmon. But is there a such thing as too much salmon for your own good? (more…)
