Inactivity
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Childhood obesity, a ticking time bomb for cardiometabolic diseases
Several recent studies confirm that being overweight during childhood is associated with disastrous health consequences, starting in early adulthood.
Effectiveness of exercise to prevent and mitigate diabetes: An important role of the gut microbiota
In overweight, prediabetic and sedentary men, exercise induced changes in the gut microbiota that are correlated with improvements in blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity.
Health risks of a sedentary lifestyle
Physical inactivity is associated with an increased risk of premature mortality and to develop or aggravate chronic diseases such as heart failure, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, certain cancers and osteoporosis.