Why sitting is bad for you

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TED-Ed Original Lessons Why sitting is bad for you - Murat Dalkilinç Animation by Oxbow Creative Sitting down for brief periods can help us recover from stress or recuperate from exercise. But nowadays, our lifestyles make us sit much more than we move around. Are our bodies built for such a sedentary existence? Murat Dalkilinc investigates the hidden risks of sitting down. View full lesson » How does the thyroid manage your metabolism? - Emma Bryce Animation by Tremendousness Nestled in the tissues of your neck is a small, unassuming organ that wields enormous power over your body: the thyroid. Emma Bryce explains how the thyroid, like the operations manager in a company, is tasked with making sure that all the cells in your body are working properly. View full lesson » Rhythm in a box: The story of the cajon drum - Paul Jennings Animation by Avi Ofer Many modern musical instruments are complicated pieces of machinery with many moving parts. But the cajon is simply a drum and a stand and a seat all in one box. Paul Jennings explains the history behind the cajon and how it has become one of the most versatile and popular percussion instruments in the world today. View full lesson »

TED-Ed Selects A 2-minute guide to the UN View full lesson Featured Blog Post Why microbes matter: A TED-Ed Lesson and TED Talk pairing TED-Ed Community Creating motivated learners TED Talk Lesson Navigating Our Global Future - Ian Goldin View full lesson TED-Ed Tumblr A brief history of melancholy - Courtney Stephens