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Did you know adding just 5 minutes of exercise a day could lower blood pressure? According to new research, this small change could reduce cardiovascular risk by 10%.
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Over 14,700 people across five countries participated in this groundbreaking study, revealing how small daily activity increases lead to big heart health benefits.
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Researchers used thigh-mounted accelerometers to track every move, capturing data on daily routines, from sitting and standing to fast walking and vigorous workouts.
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Systolic and diastolic blood pressures dropped by up to 0.68 and 0.54 mmHg respectively with just five more minutes of exercise — hinting at how easily blood pressure might be managed.
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Even a short walk or climbing the stairs counts, with benefits seen across all activity types, says Dr. Jo Blodgett of UCL.
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Regular walking alone brought blood pressure benefits, but vigorous activities delivered even greater results, adding flexibility for people with different fitness levels.
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With hypertension affecting 1.28 billion globally, the study offers hope, especially for those managing their health risks through modest lifestyle changes.
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Hypertension’s silent threat includes stroke, heart failure, and kidney damage, but simple activity increases may help millions avoid these risks, suggests Professor Mark Hamer.
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Wearable tech like smartwatches can help people track these small but powerful changes, making it easier to stay on top of daily exercise goals and heart health.
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