Excessive Screen Time Raises Heart Risk in Kids and Teens
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A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association links excessive screen time in children and teens to increased risks of cardiometabolic diseases such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and insulin resistance, with findings suggesting that limiting screen time and ensuring adequate sleep may help protect long-term health.
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- The popular hobby putting kids at 'higher risk of heart attack and stroke' Manchester Evening News
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