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`Gamers are no couch potatoes`

The stereotype of computer gamers being `couch potatoes`, is baseless, claim US researchers, who say that many people fond of gaming are in much better shape than others.

London, Sept 22: The stereotype of computer gamers being `couch potatoes`, is baseless, claim US researchers, who say that many people fond of gaming are in much better shape than others. Computer gaming has been scrutinised for its adverse effects on lifestyle and health of gamers. Some people have also suggested that -excessive" gaming could fuel rising obesity and increase social and emotional problems.
In a new study, over 7, 000 players of the game -EverQuest II" were quizzed about their health by scientists. EverQuest II is an online fantasy role-playing game that offers players a virtual weapon as a reward for returning the questionnaire. Gamers` body mass index was apparently found to be lower than the US average, as many used to take -proper" exercise more than once a week. Adult gamers had body mass index of just over 25, which is just on the verge of touching the -overweight" mark, while the US average is 28. The average gamer also said that they engaged in vigorous physical exercise once or twice a week. ANI