#CardiovascularRisks

Recent scientific findings and expert commentary highlight that incorporating short, vigorous bursts of movement—dubbed “exercise snacks”—throughout the day can meaningfully improve heart health and lower risks for chronic disease, challenging the long-held belief that only formal, prolonged workouts offer significant health benefits. This emerging approach has garnered support from leading cardiologists, including the director of preventive medicine at a well-known cardiovascular clinic in Florida, and is drawing increasing attention from global health researchers. For Thai office workers, students, and the elderly alike, the practical and accessible concept of “exercise snacks” promises new ways to protect health amid busy urban lifestyles.

Recent research has highlighted potential heart risks associated with the use of marijuana and other THC-containing products. This warning comes as the popularity of cannabis continues to rise globally, including in parts of Asia, where regulatory discussions and policy shifts are increasingly advocating for medical and recreational access. Understanding these health implications is crucial, especially for a nation like Thailand, which recently made significant changes to its cannabis policies with the decriminalization of the plant.