A new study says that using a standing desk at work promotes health, but it can be too much of a good thing. The trick is finding a balance between time spent sitting and standing.

Prolonged standing can cause circulation issues like varicose veins and doesn't offset the risks of a sedentary lifestyle.

Using adjustable desks or sit-stand workstations can encourage frequent changes in posture, promoting better health. Incorporating gentle exercises like walking, stretching, or light yoga can also help combat the effects of inactivity. "The data used in the study was not explicitly collected on standing desk usage," the researchers clarified.

The world of health and fitness has been rocked by the potentially devastating news that standing desks could be bad for your health. “Standing desks may be bad for your health, study suggests,” “Experts issue a health warning to anyone who uses a standing desk,

A study found that standing for over two hours daily increases circulatory disease risk by 11%, contradicting beliefs about its health benefits.

Standing desks do not compensate for being inactive and may increase the risk of developing conditions such as swollen veins and blood clots in the legs, scientists have warned