“Mesolithic adaptations such as sedentism, population size and use of plant foods are cited as evidence of the transition to agriculture.”

“They are meant to help increase circulation in the legs and minimize the swelling that can result from prolonged sedentariness.”

“Chronic caloric over-consumption and sedentariness are the usual suspects driving the obesity epidemic.”

“However, Arnold and Owens have shown that cooperative breeding is associated with longer survival, smaller clutches, and increased sedentariness.”