Health Tip: Sit and Stand Up Straight

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Your posture has a direct effect on your long-term health, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says.

Good posture means your spine is correctly positioned at three natural curves: your neck, middle back and lower back.

The agency says poor posture can lead to:

• Undue wear on the spine, making it more fragile and prone to injury.
• Neck, shoulder and back pain.
• Decreased joint flexibility and mobility.
• Imbalance and increased risk of falling.
• Problems with digestion.
• Difficulty breathing.

Source: HealthDay

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