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Modern lifestyles mean that people spend an increasing amount of time sitting, whether working at a desk, watching TV, or travelling by car, train or plane.

Prolonged sitting can adversely affect the function of the blood vessels.

A new study has found that foods high in flavanols — antioxidants found in plant foods, such as cocoa, tea, and some fruits and vegetables — may improve vascular function during sitting or being sedentary.

Sitting for long periods is linked to declines in vascular function , particularly in the legs, even in people who are physically fit. Recent research suggests that adults in the United States sit for at least 6 hours every day, and adolescents even more.

Decline in vascular function can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases

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