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In India's fast-paced urban life, walking remains the most accessible and effective way to combat rising lifestyle diseases like diabetes and hypertension. Research shows that even a brisk 15-minute daily walk can significantly boost your heart health and longevity.
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Just 30 minutes of daily walking can lower the risk of Type 2 diabetes by nearly 30%.
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Walking improves circulation and helps manage blood pressure, reducing the risk of stroke.
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Brisk walking burns calories effectively, helping to reduce visceral fat common in Indian body types.
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A study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine links walking to reduced anxiety and depression.
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Regular movement lubricates the joints and strengthens the muscles supporting the knees and hips.
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Walking outdoors in the morning helps synthesize vitamin D, crucial for bone health.
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Post-meal walks (the "shatpavali" tradition) are scientifically proven to prevent post-prandial glucose spikes.
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Physical exertion from walking helps regulate your circadian rhythm for deeper nighttime rest.
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Moderate exercise, like walking, increases the activity of immune cells that fight off infections.
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Research published in The Lancet suggests that increasing your step count is directly linked to a longer lifespan.
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