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Suneeta Sunny

Every Extra Hour Of TV In Your 20's Raises Heart Disease Risk, Study Says

Those who spent more time watching TV in their early 20s have a higher risk of developing these cardiovascular issues later in life. (Credit: Image by Freepik)

Excessive screen time has long been associated with a range of health issues, from poor sleep and obesity to mental health struggles. Now, a new study reveals how television watching, a common leisure activity and a popular form of screen use, affects cardiovascular disease risk in young adults.

The study suggests that every additional hour spent watching TV could increase the risk of heart disease by 26% in young adults.

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