(Ivanhoe Newswire)--More exercise and less television may have a protective effect on glucose
metabolism in adults, according to researchers from Australia.Results of a new study show TV viewing of over 14 hours per week more than
doubled the risk of new type-2-diabetes cases in adults. Impaired glucose
tolerance in women was also statistically significant in those who watched more
than 14 hours of television a week.
Researchers suggest the promotion of physical activity and encouragement of
adults to watch less television as public health strategies to prevent abnormal
glucose metabolism and type 2 diabetes.
Previous studies show sedentary behavior has been linked to obesity and
cardiovascular disease risk factors in children and adults.
Authors of the current study conclude, "These findings suggest that the
promotion of physical activity and encouragement of adults to watch less
television may be important dual public health strategies for the prevention of
abnormal glucose metabolism and type 2 diabetes."
