[curiousDog]

I think the lack of exercise made things worse. But I developed IBS from the stress of frequent live-site and odd hours (and of course a bad diet). I've since moved on to a different team and company but the damage has been done. I'm on a very strict diet these days.

Also, bad posture over the years has led to cervical stenosis & herniation. I cannot sit for more than 30mins without developing pain in my shoulder and neck.

In general, I think being if you're an engineer working on services, it is hard to maintain a proper schedule and routine. Add to that strict deadlines, pressure from management, bugs etc and things get worse. It is still a pretty subjective argument though.