Konrad’s sedentary lifestyle may result in which of the following?

Explanation: • Increased risk of headaches: No, this risk would not be significantly increased.
• Increased risk of skin cancer through his increased exposure to direct sunlight: No, most of Konrad's leisure time is spent indoors watching films or reading.
• Increase in life expectancy: No, the lack of exercise is likely to have exactly the reverse effect.
• Increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease rheumatoid arthritis and other chronic conditions: Yes, various pieces of medical research have linked a sedentary lifestyle to at least 35 chronic conditions including those mentioned here.

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