Is it bad to eat sitting on the ground? The surprising health benefits and risks
                                
                                
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                                A 2012 study published in the *European Journal of Preventive Cardiology* found that the ability to rise from a seated position on the floor without using support correlates with a longer life expectancy. This remarkable finding adds scientific weight to the ancient practice, challenging the modern assumption that eating while sitting on the ground might be bad for your health.