EFFECT OF SCREEN EXPOSURE IS LINKED TO WEIGHT GAIN IN FEMALES
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https://doi.org/10.53555/nnmhs.v4i6.610Abstract
Obesity is slowly becoming a grave health concern. There are many reasons for weight gain in different age groups some of which are physical inactivity, improper diet, stress, hectic schedule, improper or inadequate sleep, smoking, excess intake of tea and coffee, hormonal imbalances, cardiac issues, blood pressure, blood sugar imbalances etc. One very important factor that is contributing to rise of obesity nowadays is the increased use of gadgets like television, smart phone, tablet, laptop etc. An increase in exposure to technology goes hand in hand with a decrease in physical activity. As people spend more time sitting in front of the television or computer, they spend less time outside running around and burning off calories and energy. Over a period of time, combined with an increase in snacking this can lead to significant weight
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