A new study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine reveals the positive impact of 11 minutes of moderate activity daily on health.
Key Findings:
- Just 11 minutes of daily moderate-intensity activity (75 minutes weekly) can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and various cancers.
- Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of global deaths, while cancer remains a significant concern.
- The NHS recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity weekly.
- Researchers from the University of Cambridge reviewed data from 196 articles, covering over 30 million participants, to study the connection between physical activity and disease risk.
Activity Levels and Benefits:
- Over two-thirds of people reported less than 150 minutes of weekly moderate-intensity activity.
- Accumulating 75 minutes weekly lowered the risk of early death by 23%.
- Beyond 150 minutes, the additional benefits were marginal.
Impact on Disease Risk:
- 75 minutes weekly reduced cardiovascular disease risk by 17% and cancer risk by 7%.
- Specific cancers saw even greater risk reduction (14-26% lower).
- Lung, liver, endometrial, colon, and breast cancer risk decreased by 3-11%.
Prevention Statistics:
- If everyone did 150 minutes weekly, 16% of early deaths, 11% of cardiovascular diseases, and 5% of cancers could be prevented.
- Even 75 minutes weekly could prevent 10% of early deaths, 5% of cardiovascular diseases, and 3% of cancers.
Activity Examples:
- Moderate-intensity activities include brisk walking, biking, tennis, and hiking.
- Simple changes like walking/cycling to work or playing actively with family offer significant benefits.
So, engaging in just 11 minutes of moderate activity daily can greatly enhance your health, reducing the risk of heart disease, cancer, and early death.
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