Today’s Solutions: July 09, 2025

A study found that one hour of daily physical activity can offset prolonged periods of sitting Physical inactivity is linked to increased risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer (CNN)It’s well-known that sitting down all day, be it at your desk, on the couch or in a car, is bad for your health. People know they should be getting up regularly, stretching their legs and simply moving their bodies more, but how many…

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