Sitting a long time and silent consequences for the body
Sitting and working for a long time slows down the body's metabolism. When calorie consumption decreases, excess energy will accumulate in the form of fat, especially in the abdomen. This is a factor that increases the risk of diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease or endocrine disorders.
In addition, work pressure also contributes to making weight gain more serious. Prolonged stress increases the hormone cortisol, stimulating cravings, especially foods rich in sugar and fat.
According to Dr. Astha Dayal - obstetrician at CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram, India and founder of Disha Clinic in Gurugram: "Managing stress is as important as controlling your diet if you want to maintain a stable weight.
Not only that, irregular eating habits such as skipping breakfast or unhealthy snacks also make the body easily fall into a state of energy storage. Along with that, lack of sleep disrupts hunger hormones, causing you to eat more and exercise less.
Small changes make big differences
However, experts affirm that weight control when working in an office is completely feasible if some simple habits are applied.
First of all, maintain exercise during the day. Standing up, walking, or stretching every 30-45 minutes helps stimulate metabolism and improve energy. Small actions such as going up stairs, walking while talking on the phone, or walking after meals all bring significant results.
Diet also plays a key role. Instead of strict dieting, you should choose balanced meals with protein, fiber and healthy fats. Bring snacks such as fruits or nuts to help limit fast food consumption.
In addition, maintaining the habit of exercising for at least 30 minutes each day with activities such as brisk walking, yoga or cycling will support strengthening physical fitness and weight control.
Finally, getting enough sleep and controlling stress are unavoidable factors. Methods such as meditation, deep breathing, or yoga can help balance mind and hormones.
Small but consistent changes in daily life can have a major impact on long-term health," emphasized Dr. Astha Dayal.
