Scientists say one everyday habit may be quietly shrinking your brain

Winding down looks different for everyone, but it often involves some sort of sitting—it might be sitting back to read a novel or lounging while watching one’s favorite show. But a new study suggests that, despite it being a similar physical task, “not all sitting is created equal.” A recent study published in The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association found doing mentally engaging tasks while sitting is better for the long-term health of the brain than watching TV. The study analyzed data from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) study, a historic long-running study that explores...