Research
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Regular physical activity (at least 150 minutes/week of moderate-intensity) reduces all-cause and cardiovascular mortality by 20-30% and lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes by 25-35%.
Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week (like brisk walking). This reduces your risk of dying from heart disease or other causes by 20-30% and lowers your diabetes risk by 25-35%. If you can't do 150 minutes, start with less; any activity is better than none, and even commuting by bike helps.
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In healthy individuals, regular physical activity decreases all-cause and cardiovascular mortality by 20–30%... Engaging in 150–300 min a week of moderate-intensity physical activity can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus by 25–35%
Why this rating
Based on large prospective registries (PURE study), meta-analyses, and guidelines from major health organizations.
Source
Diet, Lifestyle, Smoking
Lâle Tokgözoğlu et al. · Handbook of experimental pharmacology · 2020
DOI 10.1007/164_2020_353
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