Prolonged screen time not only affects eyes and posture but also poses many potential risks to cardiovascular and mental health, according to hindustantimes.
Experts say that spending too many hours in front of a phone, computer or TV screen can indirectly damage your heart.
Excessive screen time does not directly harm the heart, but it strongly affects lifestyle and mental health, says Dr. Bhushan Bari, a cardiologist at Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune (India). Sitting in front of a screen for a long time reduces mobility, disrupts sleep and increases stress levels, all of which are contributing to an increased risk of heart disease.
From screens to cardiovascular risks
According to Dr. Bari, being exposed to screens too much can easily lead to a sedentary lifestyle, a risk factor proven in many medical studies.
Laziness can cause obesity, high blood pressure and impaired metabolic health, which are key factors leading to heart disease. In addition, sitting for long periods of time reduces blood circulation, causing the body to burn fewer calories and increasing pressure on the cardiovascular system over time.
Physical and mental health risks
Not only does it stop at cardiovascular risk, prolonged screen time also causes a series of physical problems such as eye strain, headaches, incorrect posture, neck and back pain and sleep disorders caused by blue light from electronic devices, which inhibits the production of melatonin, a hormone that supports sleep.
mentally, people who use too many electronic devices are also easily worried and stressed because of the pressure of constant connection, announcements or self-comparison on social networks. This prolonged condition can lead to depression, social isolation, and loss of active connection.
What to do to protect your heart?
To limit the risk, Dr. Bari recommends a number of measures such as:
- Limit screen time: Use a tracking and reminder on your phone to control device contact time.
- Create a techno-ban area: Do not use phones or computers in your bedroom or dining area.
- Increase online activities: Spend time reading, exercising, meditating to reduce digital pressure.
Proactively changing habits and setting boundaries for the use of technology not only helps improve quality of life but is also a way to protect heart health in the digital era.
