Short walks beat sitting: new hope for south asian heart health

NCT ID NCT03898206

First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether taking short, regular walks during long periods of sitting can lower blood sugar and cholesterol after meals—key risk factors for diabetes and heart disease. Researchers compared normal-weight and overweight/obese South Asian adults who sit at least 7 hours daily. The goal is to find a simple way to reduce disease risk without medication.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Bedfordshire

    Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9EA, United Kingdom

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