Crossing your legs is such a common gesture that we hardly pay attention to it anymore. Yet, behind this seemingly banal reflex lie social codes, gender norms, and health impacts. A learned reflex, ...

Maybe it's time to pick a new seating position. Here's what can go wrong from crossing your legs. Getty Images You might want to pick a new posture while seated. Crossing your legs might lead to some ...

SAN ANTONIO — When you go to any doctor's office they often take your vitals first thing, including your blood pressure. That happens for many of us at the dentist's office, and it has some people ...

As surprising as it may seem, the way we sit can reveal a lot about how we feel in certain situations. Body language is our body’s way of expressing emotions and thoughts – from nervous hand movements ...

Some innocent habits can hurt your health. Feb. 20, 2014— -- intro: You eat well, you exercise, and you even get the right amount of sleep (most nights, anyway; no one's perfect). But chances are ...

Q: Why do so many people cross their legs when they sit? Are there health consequences? A:While some people say they find it more comfortable to cross their legs at the ankles or knees while sitting, ...

Health experts warn that sitting with crossed legs for extended periods can increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), ...

Many passengers cross their legs on flights, but AXA Health physiotherapist Bethany Tomlinson has warned against the common seating position. According to research, more than one in 10 adults in the ...