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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jane Kirby

Any activity, however small, is better for health than sitting down, study finds

Any activity – even sleeping or standing – is better for your heart than sitting down, research suggests.

New evidence reinforces why sedentary behaviour is a killer and shows that just a few minutes of exercise per day could help slash the risk of heart disease and stroke.

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