General · 11 May 2026
Obesity Concerns Grow Over Britain’s Long Working Hours
Long working hours may raise obesity risks and worsen health problems for employees across Britain. Researchers and public health experts called for a four-day working week after a study linked extended working time with higher obesity levels and unhealthy eating habits among workers in the UK. The research suggested a heightened risk of weight and diet-related problems for those working extensive weekly hours.
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