Excessive TV ‘damaging’ for young

TOO much TV and not enough exercise is causing early artery damage in children as young as six, a study has found.

Excessive TV ‘damaging’ for young

Scientists discovered that youngsters who spent the most time watching television had narrowed blood vessels in their eyes.

The effect is a known warning sign of an increased risk of heart disease.

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