Research
Mixed
Physical activity reduces the risk of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia independent of weight loss.
Aim for 10,000 steps a day to lower your risk of heart disease, cancer, and early death. You get these benefits even if you don't lose weight on the scale.
StrongSupportsVERY_HIGH confidence
Physical activity has many health benefits independent of weight control including reducing the risk of developing CVD, cancer and dementia and enhancing cognitive function in older adults.
Why this rating
Supported by large observational studies (UK Biobank, NHANES) and mechanistic reviews.
Source
How can physical activity facilitate a sustainable future? Reducing obesity and chronic disease
David J. Stensel · Proceedings of The Nutrition Society · 2023
narrative_reviewCited 18×
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