Investigate the Dangers of the "Mager" Lifestyle of Urban Citizens and Their Effects on Diabetes Risk

Investigate the Dangers of the "Mager" Lifestyle of Urban Citizens and Their Effects on Diabetes Risk

A sedentary lifestyle, aka lack of movement or laziness (laziness to move) is a problem that is often experienced by urban residents. Working in front of a computer screen all day, eventually getting stuck in traffic, or hobbies playing games without a balance of sports is a form of sedentary lifestyle.

If you are one of those who often perform these various routines, you must be vigilant. Because the sedentary lifestyle is very dangerous because it makes you at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Sedentary lifestyle is one of the risk factors for diabetes
Sedentary lifestyle causes people, especially city dwellers, to be lazy to move. Try to remember, in this day, how many times have you used an online application to meet your needs? I

Yes, along with the development of increasingly sophisticated technology, whatever you need can now be directly delivered to your office or front of the house. In addition to saving time, you also do not need to spend energy to get what you want.

However, did you know that all these conveniences store danger to your body? The lack of physical activity because this lifestyle puts you at higher risk of developing various chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes.

In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) says that this lifestyle is also one of the 10 most causes of death in the world. In addition, the latest data from 2018 Riskedas revealed that DKI Jakarta is the province with the highest diabetes mellitus in Indonesia. This shows that the lifestyle of a master is very closely related to the level of diabetes in urban areas.
A sedentary lifestyle triggers insulin resistance
Lazy motion due to sedentary lifestyle can cause you to experience insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is a condition when the body's cells cannot use insulin properly. If you already have insulin resistance, your body cannot properly absorb the sugar that is in the blood into the cells of your organs. As a result, blood sugar levels increase in the blood and you are at high risk of developing diabetes.

This condition can get worse if you smoke, drink alcohol often, and adopt unhealthy eating patterns such as high sugar, salt, and fat. Unfortunately, insulin resistance usually has no obvious symptoms. You can experience this condition for years without knowing it. If it is severe, insulin resistance can cause serious complications that endanger your health.

An easy way to prevent a sedentary lifestyle
For the people of the city, changing lifestyle as easily as possible is not easy. The good news, there are a number of simple tips and routines that can make you more active in your moves.

One physical activity that allows you to move more is walking. Not only cheap, walking can also be the easiest alternative for those of you who don't have more time or energy to exercise.

Now, to get used to walking, here are some things you can do.

1. Go up and down stairs
From now on, try to take the stairs instead of taking the elevator or escalator in an effort to prevent a sedentary lifestyle. If the place you are going to is on a high floor, you can take the elevator first then continue up the stairs.

2. Parking in a remote place
In addition, park your vehicle in a place that is far from usual, and walk to your destination. This can also be applied when you use public transportation. Get off one stop before your destination, so you have plenty of opportunities to walk more and avoid the sedentary lifestyle.

3. Look for inspiration outside the room
For office workers, you can also banish boredom or just look for inspiration by walking around the office building for a few minutes. However, make sure you use the stairs, yes! The goal is of course that you avoid sedentary lifestyle.

4. Use a standing desk
If you are already sitting in a chair, you can work while standing. To be comfortable, use a standing desk or desk that is high enough so you can work while standing. You can also invite colleagues to chat or meeting while standing.

5. Shopping in shopping centers
Discounts provided by online shopping sites are tempting, but occasionally shop for the items you need directly to the market or shopping center. Besides being able to see the quality of the products you buy directly, going to a shopping center also allows you to move more. For example, to simply search for goods from one shelf to another.

6. Tidy up the house
Simple activities like cleaning the house can also make you more active. Sweeping, mopping the floor, or washing clothes by hand can help burn calories that accumulate in your body.

Remember, a sedentary lifestyle is a bad habit that you must change immediately. Don't wait later or until it becomes diabetic, but start now before it's too late.