Consequences of a sedentary lifestyle Flashcards
What is a sedentary lifestyle
a type of lifestyle with no or irregular physical activity
What can high levels of salt in diet cause
can lead to increased blood pressure
What can high levels of fats cause
build up of cholesterol in arteries causing narrowing of vessels
Weight gain and obesity
the more you eat and less exercise you do, the more fat is stored in your body
Poor self esteem
lack of exercise decreases esteem and can affect self-confidence
Poor sleep
Vigorous workout means body relaxes to a deeper state
Diabetes
increases risk of obesity and developing type 2 diabetes
Lethargy
lack og energy and enthusiasm and can results in forms of depression
Obesity consequences
cancer can be caused
inability to socialise
depression