Integrative cardiologist Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj has shared a video on his Instagram account in which he is warning about a habit that can increase the risk of heart attack.

What do doctors say?

The doctor says that after his years of experience, the one thing he has noticed is one habit that comes in front of him every time. It is a habit that people remain sitting at one place for hours. The doctor believes that this daily habit doubles the risk of heart attack, and most people do not pay any attention to it. Many people pay full attention to diet or smoking to keep their heart safe, but lack of physical activity is the main cause of heart-related diseases.

danger of sitting for long periods of time

Experts say that sitting for a long time slows down the metabolism. When the body remains stationary, the enzymes that digest fat reduce in the blood. Sitting for long periods of time is now being called the new smoking. Studies show that people who sit continuously for 8 to 12 hours a day have a significantly increased risk of heart diseases and heart attacks.

What should you do?

Sitting for hours slows down blood flow and increases blood sugar. Apart from this, the risk of blood clots also increases. For this reason the risk of heart attack and stroke increases. In such a situation, the solution to this problem is not possible through any difficult gym workout but only through some changes. The doctor says to stand up and walk around every 30-60 minutes. Do some squats. Move your body daily.