sedentary

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"It's all about balance. We know that too much sedentary screen time can have a negative effect on children's development," speech and language therapist Janet Cooper previously told the BBC's Tiny Happy People website.

From BBC

Urban lifestyles, carbohydrate-heavy diets and sedentary habits have helped drive both conditions.

From BBC

"A terrible kind of sedentary childhood I had, when I think about it," he said.

From BBC

"One lady lost over five stone to be able to have a knee replacement operation. People who were sedentary can now do exercise," she said.

From BBC

Longer lifespans, more sedentary habits, and rising rates of overweight and obesity are fueling this increase.

From Science Daily