People all around the globe are addicted to television and it is hard to find a home without television, as it has become a part and parcel of our life since past few decades. There are various pros and cons associated with watching television. Scientists discovered shocking facts that if an individual watches television continuously for over two hours daily, he/she is actually reducing his/her life span. Want to know more, let us look at the facts.

• Even if an individual exercises regularly and watches television for over two hours a day, the individual is putting his heart at risk.
• People who spend time watching television for more than two hours a day, increase the risk of death by many other causes other including cancer.
• Various studies reveal, Television addicts are more likely to die from heart disease.
• Weight does not count, one might be overweight or perfectly normal but if the person spends more than two hours a day watching television his life is at risk.
• Watching television for more hours causes eye strain and fatigue, especially if the person is watching it in close proximity.
• Watching television for prolonged hours increases the blood sugar levels in patients.

Well, these are just some of the many reasons that should influence people quit watching television for prolonged hours. Another more shocking revelation is that children and adults are more at risk by watching television for prolonged hours. So, age does not really matters, because the risk factors are similar for each and everyone. So, if one wishes to prolong life and lead quality living then one needs to limit watching television.