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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jane Kirby

REVEALED: Take breaks and watch less tv to slash heart disease risk experts say | Rare Historical Photos

More than one in 10 cases of heart disease could be prevented if people slashed the amount of time they spent in front of the TV, a new study suggests.

Experts at the University of Cambridge said sitting around after a large evening meal – and snacking in front of the TV – all increase the risk of ill health.

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