It is reported that spending long hours on video games is linked to being overweight. Experts note that a sedentary lifestyle, disrupted sleep patterns, and improper eating habits play a key role in this process and pose serious health risks.
The editorial reports that individuals who play video games for more than ten hours a week are three times more likely to be overweight compared to others.
According to the information, the average body mass index among active gamers is 26.3, while for those who play less than five hours a week, this indicator is around 22.2, which is considered normal.
The study emphasizes that the most problematic group consists of players who prefer the simulation genre.
Experts believe that long-term sedentary gaming comes at the cost of health, and therefore, increasing physical activity is important.